Safety Manager (Traveling)

About This Role

This traveling Safety Manager role involves overseeing and strengthening safety programs across multiple job sites nationwide, with a focus on steel erection. The position supports JGM's safety culture across corporate offices, fabrication operations, and active structural steel erection field projects, and may require full-time, onsite support in various states.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine safety audits and inspections at fabrication shops and steel erection field sites
• Audit subcontractors and prepare detailed safety reports
• Represent JGM with owners, client representatives, and regulatory agencies
• Identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and recommend continuous improvements
• Lead new hire orientations and deliver ongoing safety training
• Investigate injuries, incidents, and near-miss events
• Develop and maintain site-specific safety plans in accordance with OSHA, MSHA, EM-385, DOT, USACE, and EPA standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Hands-on safety experience supporting steel erection operations
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within the role
• Strong math skills, including calculations and interpretation of graphs/data
• Ability to read and interpret regulations, safety plans, and construction drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and meet physical demands of the role
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, teamwork, and collaboration
• Ability to fit-test and properly use required PPE

Nice to have:

• CHST certification
• OSHA 500 and/or 501 Outreach Trainer certifications
• MSHA certification
• 5+ years of construction safety experience
• Direct safety experience in structural steel erection, including rigging, decking, crane picks, and work at height
• Training experience in mobile equipment, fall protection, overhead crane operations, and hazard recognition
• Strong communication skills with both management and field personnel
• Proven critical-thinking ability

Benefits

• Medical, Vision & Dental
• PTO & Holidays
• 401(k) + Matching
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Referral Program