Safety Program Manager

Smart Tech Contracting, LLC

Safety Program Manager at Smart Tech Contracting developing and managing safety programs for commercial and industrial construction. Collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and safety standards are met.

Posted 4/25/2026full-timeAtlanta • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,750 - $144,637 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the sister company safety team to evaluate existing safety practices, identify gaps, and build a customized safety program aligned with commercial and industrial construction operations
Develop, document, and maintain company-specific safety policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines
Create and manage a comprehensive library of safety program materials including site-specific safety plans, emergency action plans, and pre-task planning templates
Establish safety performance metrics (leading and lagging indicators) and maintain regular reporting cadence to Operations leadership
Lead the ongoing refinement and maturation of the safety program as the company grows, incorporating lessons learned, regulatory updates, and industry best practices
Conduct periodic jobsite visits to audit compliance with site-specific safety plans, OSHA regulations, and company safety standards
Review, approve, and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) prior to the start of high-risk or specialized work activities
Oversee the setup, organization, and ongoing management of project safety trailers, including required regulatory postings, first aid supplies, emergency contact information, and safety documentation
Manage the procurement, issuance, tracking, and compliance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) across all active projects and ensure adherence to PPE requirements by all personnel
Investigate incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare thorough root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive action plans
Maintain OSHA 300/300A logs and ensure accurate, timely regulatory reporting and recordkeeping
Develop and deliver safety training programs for field workers, foremen, superintendents, and project management staff covering OSHA standards, hazard recognition, and company-specific requirements
Facilitate new hire safety orientations and ensure all field personnel maintain required safety certifications and training records
Lead and support toolbox talks, pre-task planning meetings, and safety stand-downs across project teams
Foster a proactive, accountability-driven safety culture through consistent field engagement, safety recognition, and positive reinforcement
Coach and mentor field supervisors and foremen on safety leadership, hazard identification, and incident prevention
Prepare and manage all project-level safety documentation including site safety plans, pre-construction safety submittals, and owner/GC-required safety deliverables
Maintain organized and audit-ready safety records for all active and completed projects, including JHAs, safety meeting minutes, inspection reports, and incident records
Track and report on safety program KPIs to Operations leadership on a regular basis, including incident rates, near-miss reporting trends, training compliance, and inspection findings
Support project teams in responding to owner, GC, or regulatory safety audits and inspections
Contribute to the development of internal safety policies, templates, and tools that standardize safety practices across all projects
Stay current on OSHA regulations, ANSI standards, and commercial/industrial construction safety best practices; communicate relevant updates to the organization
Identify and recommend technology tools and platforms to improve safety documentation, reporting, and communication
Assist Operations and HR leadership in developing safety performance expectations, disciplinary procedures, and return-to-work processes
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Other Related Duties as Assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

In-depth knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 (Construction) standards and their practical application on commercial and industrial jobsites
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and managing safety programs within a commercial or industrial construction environment
Strong working knowledge of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) development, review, and enforcement for high-risk construction activities
Experience managing PPE programs including hazard assessment, selection, procurement, issuance, and compliance tracking
Familiarity with site safety trailer setup, regulatory posting requirements, first aid program management, and emergency action planning
Proven ability to conduct effective safety training, toolbox talks, and field-level coaching for diverse construction crews
Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Working knowledge of OSHA recordkeeping requirements (300/300A logs) and regulatory reporting obligations
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate safety requirements to field personnel, project managers, owners, and regulatory agencies
Skilled using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams); familiarity with safety management software a plus
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects, and drive accountability without direct authority
Ability to maintain high standards of documentation, confidentiality, and professional conduct.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment

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Hard Skills & Tools

OSHA 29 CFR 1926Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)safety program developmentPPE program managementincident investigationroot cause analysissafety trainingregulatory reportingsafety performance metricsemergency action planning

Soft Skills

strong written communicationstrong verbal communicationcoachingmentoringaccountabilityindependent workmulti-priority managementfield engagementsafety culture promotionpositive reinforcement