Job Overview:
Express Employment Professionals is seeking a proactive, bilingual (English/Spanish) Safety Manager with hands-on construction experience to join our client team. The ideal candidate will possess a balance of practical field knowledge and strong communication skills, enabling them to resolve safety concerns efficiently without unnecessary escalation. This role requires someone who remains calm, respectful, and solution-oriented, even when managing challenging situations or difficult personnel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote and enforce a culture of safety on all company job sites while maintaining productivity and practical solutions.
- Communicate fluently and professionally in both English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing, with all employees, subcontractors, and external parties.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor compliance with safety protocols, provide coaching, and identify areas for improvement.
- Investigate and thoroughly document all accidents, property damage, and utility incidents, including comprehensive video documentation and evidence collection.
- Manage and process workers’ compensation claims, including documentation, insurance coordination, and adherence to company policies.
- Maintain accurate records of PPE inventory, safety paperwork, employee training, and certification renewals.
- Handle insurance matters and claims as needed, ensuring requirements and procedures are followed to protect the company.
- Distinguish between non-negotiable safety issues and those that can be resolved with field-based, common-sense solutions.
- Stay current with and, if necessary, obtain required safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, E&S, VDOT Intermediate Work Zone, Maryland/SHA roadway safety).
- Travel regularly between job sites; maintain a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Work outdoors in a variety of conditions; must be physically capable of walking/inspecting job sites for extended periods.
Qualifications:
- Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written).
- Demonstrated field/construction experience.
- Calm, respectful, and level-headed approach, especially under pressure or when dealing with difficult individuals.
- Strong practical judgment for prioritizing and solving on-site safety issues.
- Experience processing workers’ compensation claims and insurance procedures.
- Expertise in investigating and documenting accidents, including utility hits, with attention to detail.
- Proficient computer and email skills for handling reports and correspondence.
- Ability to manage PPE inventory and safety-related documentation.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
- Physically fit to perform site inspections in varying weather conditions.
- Current or ability to obtain relevant construction safety certifications.
Ideal Candidate:
This role is well-suited for a motivated individual, ideally early in their career, who is eager to take on responsibility and grow within the company. The salary is negotiable and may increase based on performance and experience.
About us:
Express Employment Professionals works with job seekers to help find the right job for their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, including full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. As one of the leading staffing companies in North America, Virginia, and Loudoun County, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career.Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and to hire and promote individuals solely based on their qualifications for the job.In compliance with applicable federal, state, and local law, employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and an individual’s qualifications regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and expect that our employees and associates will cooperate in maintaining an atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
How to apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your construction safety experience and language proficiency.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
