Construction Safety Manager - Commercial Construction

We are seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across commercial construction projects throughout the Nashville area. This field-based role is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture through jobsite inspections, OSHA compliance, hazard identification, employee training, and collaboration with project teams to ensure every project is completed safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has a proven background in commercial construction safety, enjoys working in the field, and is passionate about protecting employees, subcontractors, and project partners while supporting successful project delivery. This position serves as a key resource for project teams by driving continuous improvement in safety performance and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety inspections on commercial construction jobsites to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Identify unsafe conditions, recommend corrective actions, and verify timely resolution of safety concerns.
• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and subcontractors to promote safe work practices throughout all phases of construction.
• Investigate incidents, perform root cause analyses, and prepare detailed reports with corrective action recommendations.
• Deliver new hire orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training to reinforce safe work practices.
• Maintain accurate inspection reports, training records, incident documentation, and regulatory compliance files.
• Monitor high-risk construction activities, including fall protection, scaffolding, excavations, confined spaces, crane operations, heavy equipment, and electrical work.
• Serve as a visible safety leader by coaching field personnel and promoting continuous improvement in jobsite safety performance.
• Stay current on OSHA regulations, industry standards, and commercial construction safety best practices.
• Support company-wide safety initiatives and foster a proactive, safety-first culture across all projects.
• Assist project teams with safety planning, pre-task hazard analyses, and site-specific safety programs.

Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Associate's degree in Construction, Engineering, Safety, or a related discipline with 2+ years of commercial construction safety experience.
• Professional safety certification such as CHST, ASP, CSP, or an equivalent credential with 3+ years of commercial construction safety experience.
• 4+ years of commercial construction experience, including at least 3 years in a dedicated construction safety leadership role.

Additional qualifications include:

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and commercial construction safety standards.
• Experience conducting jobsite audits, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, clients, and leadership.
• Strong organizational skills with experience maintaining safety documentation and compliance records.
• Ability to identify hazards quickly, make sound decisions, and influence safe work practices in active construction environments.
• Comfortable climbing ladders, accessing elevated work areas, walking uneven terrain, and working around heavy equipment and active construction sites.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development, continuing education, and certification support.
• Stable pipeline of commercial construction projects.
• Long-term career growth with a respected commercial contractor.
• Collaborative, safety-focused work environment.