Senior Safety Manager at Columbia Construction

North Reading, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Management, OSHA Compliance, Incident Investigation, Field Auditing, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Planning, Regulatory Compliance, High-Risk Operation Oversight, Construction Safety, Technical Leadership, Performance Monitoring, Corrective Action Planning, Hazard Analysis, Client Interface, Project Management, Emergency Response Planning

Industry

Accounting

Description

Description The Senior Safety Manager serves as Columbia Construction's senior field safety resource, providing technical expertise, operational oversight, and strategic leadership across multiple projects. This role is responsible for ensuring consistent execution of Columbia's safety programs, regulatory compliance, risk management initiatives, and project-specific safety requirements. Reporting to the Vice President of Safety, the Senior Safety Manager works closely with Project Executives, Superintendents, Project Managers, and Safety Managers to identify risks, improve field performance, strengthen safety planning, and ensure operational consistency across all projects. The ideal candidate possesses extensive commercial construction safety experience, strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and high-risk construction activities, exceptional investigative and auditing capabilities, and the ability to translate safety requirements into practical field solutions. Key Responsibilities Safety Operations & Risk Management Serve as the senior technical safety resource for project teams across multiple active projects. Evaluate project-specific hazards and develop risk mitigation strategies. Review and approve site-specific safety plans, Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and high-risk work procedures. Ensure consistent implementation of company safety standards, client requirements, and regulatory obligations. Support project teams in planning complex or high-risk operations. Provide guidance on construction means and methods as they relate to safety performance. Regulatory Compliance & Program Execution Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, state requirements, client standards, and company policies. Maintain working knowledge of evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Lead preparation for OSHA inspections, third-party audits, and insurance reviews. Support development and implementation of company-wide safety procedures and standards. Evaluate project compliance through field assessments and documentation reviews. Field Auditing & Performance Assessment Conduct comprehensive field audits of active projects. Evaluate: Fall protection systems Excavation and trenching operations Crane and rigging activities Electrical safety practices Confined space operations Silica and hazardous material controls Housekeeping and site logistics Trade partner compliance Identify systemic deficiencies and develop corrective action plans. Track trends across projects and recommend operational improvements. Incident Investigation & Corrective Action Lead investigations involving: OSHA-recordable injuries Near misses Property damage incidents Utility strikes Environmental events Significant safety violations Conduct root cause analysis and identify contributing factors. Develop corrective and preventive actions. Prepare executive summaries and lessons learned reports. Monitor implementation and effectiveness of corrective actions. High-Risk Construction Operations Provide direct oversight and technical support for: Cranes and rigging Steel erection Excavation and trenching Demolition Confined space entry Energized electrical work Hot work operations Work at heights Pressure testing and gas purging Hazardous material abatement Critical lifts and engineered picks Responsibilities include: Reviewing work plans and permits Validating competent person assignments Verifying rescue and emergency response planning Participating in pre-task planning activities Conducting field verification of control measures Safety Performance Monitoring Track and analyze: TRIR DART Rate Near Miss Reporting Corrective Action Closure Rates Inspection Completion Rates Training Compliance Subcontractor Safety Performance Develop monthly and quarterly reports identifying trends, emerging risks, and opportunities for improvement. Project Support & Client Interface Support project teams during owner meetings, safety reviews, and audits. Participate in preconstruction planning and risk assessments. Assist with project pursuits requiring safety presentations or safety program reviews. Serve as a subject matter expert during client safety discussions and regulatory interactions. Requirements Required Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. 10+ years of commercial construction safety experience. Experience supporting large-scale commercial, academic, healthcare, life science, or complex construction projects. Expert knowledge of OSHA 1926 standards. Extensive experience with incident investigation, auditing, and regulatory compliance. Strong understanding of high-risk construction operations. Preferred CSP (Certified Safety Professional) CHST, ASP, or equivalent certification OSHA 500 First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification Experience working for a large CM/GC or ENR-ranked contractor. What Success Looks Like Consistent execution of safety programs across all projects. Strong audit performance and regulatory compliance. Reduced incident frequency and severity. Effective management of high-risk operations. High-quality investigations and corrective action implementation. Recognition as Columbia's technical authority on construction safety and risk management. · Columbia Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.· · Columbia does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing agencies, or any other third parties. Any resumes submitted to Columbia or its employees without an agreement in place will be considered the property of Columbia, and the company will not be responsible for any associated fees or placement costs.· Third-party vendors interested in working with Columbia must contact recruiting@columbiacc.com to be considered for an approved vendor agreement. · All approved vendors must submit candidates directly to Talent Acquisition. Submissions sent to hiring managers or any employee outside of Columbia Talent Acquisition will not be recognized and may disqualify the agency from future partnership consideration.· · Columbia Construction is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. We evaluate compensation decisions on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

The Senior Safety Manager provides technical expertise and strategic leadership to ensure safety program execution and regulatory compliance across multiple construction projects. Key duties include conducting field audits, leading incident investigations, and overseeing high-risk operations to mitigate risks.