Construction Safety Manager

Job description

Midsouth Steel is a leading steel fabrication and erection company, offering innovative solutions for a wide range of applications. With a commitment to excellence, Midsouth Steel specializes in producing high-quality products for both commercial and residential applications. Our diverse portfolio and dedication to quality have positioned us as a trusted partner in our industry.

About the Role

This is a full-time on-site role for Safety Manager at Midsouth Steel covering all of our operations in the Carolina's with the strongest concentration of jobs in the Charlotte area. The Safety Manager is directly responsible for managing the safety and risk associated with construction projects and company operations. The Safety Manager will proactively plan, direct, and implement the Company's safety program to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment. The Safety Manager supports the Field in ensuring each construction project is conducting operations in a safe manner for the protection of our employees, clients, subcontractors, and the public and ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, and local safety related regulations.

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the company's safety program for fabrication facilities and construction job sites.
Conduct regular jobsite inspections and audits.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, customer, and company safety requirements.
Investigate incidents, near misses, vehicle accidents, and property damage events; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Develop and track corrective action plans through completion.
Conduct new hire orientations and required safety training.
Deliver training including:

OSHA Construction Safety
Fall Protection
Rigging and Signal Person
Forklift/Powered Industrial Truck
MEWP/Aerial Lift
Hazard Communication
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Pre-Task Plans, Lift Plans, and Safe Work Procedures.
Monitor subcontractor safety performance and ensure compliance with contractual safety requirements.
Manage OSHA recordkeeping, injury logs, and required safety documentation.
Monitor leading and lagging safety indicators and prepare weekly and monthly performance reports.
Conduct safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Perform audits for equipment inspections for fire extinguishes, forklifts, aerial lifts, rigging gear, and fall protection equipment.
Support DOT and fleet safety compliance of site deliveries.
Coordinate emergency response planning and drills.
Promote continuous improvement through hazard recognition, employee engagement, and safety initiatives.

Reporting Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit regular reports to the Senior Safety Manager that include:

Safety performance metrics and trends
OSHA recordable and first aid incidents
Near misses and corrective actions
Jobsite audit results
Training completion status
Open investigations
Compliance issues
Workers' compensation updates
Subcontractor safety performance
Fleet and equipment safety
High-risk activities
Emerging safety concerns
Executive-level summaries and recommendations

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of construction safety management experience (Field steel fabrication and erection preferred)
Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and applicable 29 CFR 1910 standards
Experience with cranes, rigging, structural steel erection, forklifts, MEWPs, and fall protection
Excellent incident investigation and root cause analysis skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety management software
Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites

Preferred Certifications:

CHST
CSP
OSHA 30-Hour Construction
OSHA 500(Bonus)
First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor (preferred)

Key Competencies:

Leadership and accountability
Hazard recognition and risk assessment
Regulatory compliance
Incident investigation
Coaching and employee development
Organization and time management
Problem-solving and decision-making
Effective communication with employees, contractors, and executive leadership