Safety Manager - Construction

Spiniello•Greenbelt, MD

20h•$120,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Spiniello Companies, safety is a core value that drives every project. We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across our Washington, D.C. region. This role partners with operations, field leadership, and project teams to ensure employee safety. It is an opportunity for a hands-on safety professional who thrives in the field, enjoys coaching and mentoring, and is passionate about creating a proactive safety culture on complex heavy civil construction projects. Spiniello Companies has been delivering critical infrastructure projects for over a century, specializing in underground utilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, heavy civil construction, trenchless technologies, and pipeline rehabilitation.

Requirements

OSHA 500 or OSHA 510/502 certification (current or obtained within the required timeframe)
CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) certification
Minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and heavy civil construction safety practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses
Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
Ability to work effectively with project managers, field personnel, union employees, clients, and regulatory agencies
Willingness to travel approximately 20%, including overnight travel when project needs require

Nice To Haves

HAZWOPER Certification
Experience supporting underground utility, trenchless, water/wastewater, or heavy civil construction projects

Responsibilities

Oversee safety performance across multiple construction projects.
Serve as a trusted advisor to project teams and regional leadership.
Develop and implement regional Safety Action Plans focused on preventing accidents, incidents, and property damage.
Create and manage project-specific Health and Safety Plans that meet client and regulatory requirements.
Oversee daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) submissions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
Identify safety trends and proactively develop training and preventative measures.
Lead, coach, and mentor safety personnel while supporting field supervisors and project managers.
Conduct regular field audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and client requirements.
Ensure crews comply with customer, environmental, and regulatory safety standards.
Conduct and oversee daily, weekly, and project-specific safety meetings.
Maintain required safety documentation, reports, and inspection records.
Support accident investigations, injury reporting, and post-incident response.
Administer random and post-accident drug testing in accordance with company policy.
Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.