Safety Manager

Evolution Safety Resources (ESR) is a leading national workplace safety consulting and staffing firm headquartered in Raleigh, NC. ESR partners with construction and industrial clients to deliver high-performing safety professionals who protect people, projects, and profitability. As a Safety Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring occupational health and safety compliance across multiple client sites, fostering a culture of safety, trust, and practical solutions. This full-time, permanent position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting diverse projects and building strong client relationships in the Raleigh, NC area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety programs for 4–5 client accounts, each with multiple project sites, ensuring consistent standards and responsive support.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and contractors through effective communication and a solutions-focused approach.
• Spend approximately 70% of work time in the field and 30% in the office.
• Serve as the primary liaison for client accounts, building trust and driving continuous improvement in safety programs.
• Identify opportunities for program enhancement, research best practices, and present practical solutions to ensure OSHA compliance within time, budget, and site constraints.
• Review and provide guidance on site-specific safety plans and crane lift plans to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Conduct site inspections to identify existing and potential health and safety hazards, recommend corrective or preventive measures, and follow up to ensure implementation.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including daily inspection reports, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and incident reports.
• Lead investigations of reported injuries, illnesses, and near-miss events, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.
• Represent ESR in industry associations, community safety initiatives, and professional safety forums to promote best practices and strengthen partnerships.

Qualifications

• OSHA 510 certification (required)
• OSHA 500 certification (preferred) or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire
• CHST credential (preferred)
• 2–5 years of construction experience (required)
• 5 years of field safety experience in complex, multi-stakeholder environments (required)
• Ability to travel up to 15% to support client sites
• Strong ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Proficient in preparing routine reports and correspondence
• Effective verbal communication skills, including presenting to groups of customers or employees
• Experience managing an onsite team of site safety professionals