# Construction Safety Manager - Commercial Construction

> AlphaHire · Nashville, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-11

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced **Construction Safety Manager** to lead safety initiatives across commercial construction projects throughout the Nashville area.

This field-based position will oversee **jobsite safety, OSHA compliance, hazard identification, employee training, incident investigations, and corrective actions**. The ideal candidate has a strong commercial construction safety background and is comfortable working directly with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, and field personnel.

The Safety Manager will play a key role in building a proactive safety culture while helping project teams maintain safe, compliant, and efficient jobsites.

Responsibilities

-   Conduct regular safety inspections and audits across commercial construction jobsites.
-   Identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and verify issues are resolved promptly.
-   Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and subcontractors to promote safe work practices.
-   Investigate incidents, perform root-cause analyses, and develop corrective action plans.
-   Lead new-hire orientations, toolbox talks, safety meetings, and ongoing training.
-   Maintain accurate inspection reports, training records, incident documentation, and compliance files.
-   Monitor high-risk activities including fall protection, scaffolding, excavation, confined spaces, crane operations, heavy equipment, and electrical work.
-   Provide hands-on safety coaching and serve as a visible safety leader on active jobsites.
-   Assist with pre-task hazard assessments, safety planning, and site-specific safety programs.
-   Stay current with OSHA regulations, industry standards, and construction safety best practices.
-   Support company-wide safety initiatives and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

## Requirements

Candidates must meet **one** of the following qualification paths:

-   Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
-   Associate's degree in Construction, Engineering, Safety, or a related field plus **2+ years of commercial construction safety experience**.
-   **CHST, ASP, CSP**, or equivalent safety certification plus **3+ years of commercial construction safety experience**.
-   **4+ years of commercial construction experience**, including at least **3 years in a dedicated safety leadership role**.

Additional qualifications:

-   Strong knowledge of **OSHA regulations and commercial construction safety standards**.
-   Experience conducting jobsite inspections, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
-   Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence safe behaviors across all levels of a project team.
-   Excellent organizational skills and experience maintaining safety and compliance documentation.
-   Ability to identify hazards, make sound decisions, and respond effectively in active construction environments.
-   Comfortable climbing ladders, accessing elevated work areas, walking uneven terrain, and working around heavy equipment and active jobsites.

## Benefits

-   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.

## Apply

[Apply at AlphaHire](https://apply.workable.com/alphax/j/402BEDEE1B/apply)

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