Safety Manager - Construction

Muller, Inc.•Manassas, VA

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About The Position

The Safety Manager leads and manages the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program across operations. The role oversees safety initiatives, regulatory compliance, employee training, reporting, incident investigation, project and field safety, performance metrics, and continuous improvement. The Safety Manager is expected to promote a culture of accountability and safety awareness while ensuring compliance with OSHA, FMCSA, DOT, and other applicable regulations. The position may require periodic travel to project sites and participation in field inspections and meetings. Other duties may be assigned to support company operations and safety initiatives.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and construction safety regulations.
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records and reporting systems.
Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management software systems.
Ability to travel periodically to project sites and participate in field inspections and meetings.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing safety programs in construction, utilities, site development, or heavy civil industries.
OSHA 30 certification.
CHST, CSP, ASP, or similar certification.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain ownership and administration of the company EHS database.
Manage company certifications, including initial applications, renewals, and compliance tracking.
Oversee OSHA and regulatory reporting, including OSHA 300 Logs, case management, and documentation.
Ensure compliance with FMCSA, Clearinghouse, DOT, and applicable driver-related regulations and recordkeeping requirements.
Review company MOD/EMR performance and implement strategies to reduce incident rates and improve safety performance.
Manage employee safety training during onboarding and throughout employment, including post-incident and recurring training.
Develop, coordinate, and lead company safety meetings, including Toolbox Talks, Safety Stand Downs, Superintendent Meetings, Director Meetings, and Monthly Operations Meetings.
Lead incident reporting and investigations, including initial documentation, response and follow-up, drug/alcohol testing coordination, root cause analysis, record filing, return-to-work/light-duty verification, and damage-cost evaluation and tracking.
Prepare and manage project-specific safety documents, including Exposure Control Plans, Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), Competent Person Letters, safety checklists, and project safety questionnaires.
Conduct periodic project site visits and annual fleet inspections to verify equipment and operational safety compliance.
Review site safety inspection reports submitted by internal safety personnel.
Track and report monthly and quarterly safety metrics, including site visit results, incident trends and costs, employee participation and attendance, and safety material issuance and tracking.
Manage company safety incentive and bonus programs, including eligibility and disqualification criteria for raffles, bonuses, and recognition programs.
Participate in project bid meetings, general contractor prequalification meetings, insurance renewal meetings, and client and regulatory discussions.
Promote and reinforce accountability, safety awareness, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.