Safety Manager - Construction & Glazing

Job Description

Lead Construction Safety Across ACE Glass Operations! 

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Job Overview

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• Company: ACE Glass Construction Corporation
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• Location: Little Rock or Northwest Arkansas
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• Employment Type: Full Time
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• Work Environment: Onsite / Field-Based
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• Salary: 85,000–100,000 per year, based on experience
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• Travel: Regular travel to company locations and active jobsites; occasional overnight travel may be required
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• Department: Safety & Compliance
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The Opportunity

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ACE Glass Construction is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety across our construction, fabrication, transportation, and office operations.

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This role is responsible for building a strong safety culture, reducing risk, maintaining regulatory compliance, and helping operational leaders create safe, accountable work environments.

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The ideal candidate is a hands-on safety leader who is comfortable in the field, can communicate effectively with employees at all levels, and knows how to turn safety requirements into practical actions.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Lead and continuously improve ACE Glass Construction’s safety program.
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• Maintain a regular presence at jobsites, fabrication facilities, and company locations.
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• Conduct safety inspections, identify hazards, and track corrective actions through completion.
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• Coach project managers, superintendents, foremen, and employees on safe work practices.
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• Maintain compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety requirements.
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• Manage required safety records, OSHA logs, training records, inspections, and certifications.
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• Support project-specific safety planning, including JHAs, AHAs, fall-protection plans, and lift plans.
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• Lead or support investigations involving injuries, near misses, vehicle incidents, and property damage.
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• Perform root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
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• Develop and coordinate employee safety training and new-hire safety orientation.
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• Support fleet, driver, vehicle, and equipment safety programs.
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• Monitor safety performance and provide regular reporting to leadership.
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• Serve as a company safety resource during OSHA, insurance, or other regulatory inspections.
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• Stop work when an imminent safety hazard exists and ensure appropriate corrective action is taken.
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The Safety Manager should be comfortable supporting safety practices involving:

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• Fall protection
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• Scaffolding and ladders
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• Aerial lifts
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• Cranes and rigging
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• Glass and material handling
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• Power tools and PPE
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• Silica and respiratory protection
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• Fleet and vehicle safety
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• Active construction and fabrication environments
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Required Qualifications

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• Significant construction or industrial safety experience.
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• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and common jobsite hazards.
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• Experience conducting safety inspections and incident investigations.
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• Ability to identify root causes and drive corrective actions.
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• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
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• Ability to work effectively with field employees, supervisors, managers, and executive leadership.
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• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
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• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
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• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driver requirements.
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• Willingness to travel regularly between company facilities and jobsites.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience in commercial construction, glazing, heavy industrial, civil construction, or a similar environment.
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• OSHA 500 certification.
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• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
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• CHST, ASP, CSP, or comparable professional safety certification.
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• First Aid / CPR certification.
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• Associate degree or higher.
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• Bilingual English / Spanish communication skills.
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• Experience with fleet safety, DOT compliance, or workers’ compensation programs.
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Note: OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification may be obtained after hire within an established timeframe.

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What Success Looks Like

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• Hazards are identified before incidents occur.
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• Employees and supervisors take ownership of safety.
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• Corrective actions are completed on time.
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• Required training and certifications stay current.
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• Safety concerns and near misses are reported early.
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• Leadership has clear visibility into safety trends.
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• Safety performance continues to improve across locations and projects.
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Compensation & Benefits

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• 85,000–100,000 annual salary
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• Profit-sharing opportunities
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• 401(k) with employer matching
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• Weekly pay
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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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• HSA, life insurance, and disability coverage
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• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
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• Paid safety and professional-development training
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• Company-provided technology
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• Company vehicle for business travel
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• Employee referral bonus program
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About ACE Glass Construction

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ACE Glass Construction Corporation is a commercial glazing contractor serving projects across Arkansas. We are committed to quality, accountability, continuous improvement, and creating a workplace where every employee can perform at a high level and return home safely each day.

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ACE Glass Construction Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs without discrimination based on any legally protected status.