Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Safety Manager Dulles Airport (Federal and Commercial Construction) Job Description

This role leads safety efforts for federal and commercial construction projects at Dulles Airport, ensuring a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment. The Safety Manager develops, implements, and enforces safety programs on-site, leveraging their OSHA 30 certification and extensive experience in federal or airport construction to protect workers, minimize risk, and support successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all safety activities for federal and commercial construction projects at Dulles Airport.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety plans, policies, and procedures in compliance with applicable regulations and project requirements.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and walkthroughs of the job site, including active construction areas and the project trailer.
• Identify potential hazards, unsafe conditions, and at-risk behaviors, and implement corrective and preventive measures promptly.
• Lead and document incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans for accidents, near misses, and safety violations.
• Provide ongoing safety training, toolbox talks, and orientations to workers, subcontractors, and site personnel, using their own OSHA 30 certification.
• Monitor compliance with federal, airport, and construction safety standards and ensure adherence to company and project safety policies.
• Collaborate with project teams, including superintendents and field staff, to integrate safety into daily planning and construction activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety records, reports, and documentation, including incident logs, inspection reports, and training records.
• Utilize construction management and documentation tools, including Procore, to track safety activities and communicate safety-related information.
• Participate in project meetings to provide safety input, updates, and recommendations to support safe and efficient project execution.
• Promote a strong safety culture on-site by modeling safe behaviors, recognizing safe practices, and coaching personnel on continuous improvement.
• Ensure that all site personnel understand and follow site-specific rules, personal protective equipment requirements, and emergency procedures.

Essential Skills

• At least 5+ years of experience working as a Safety Manager on construction projects.
• Demonstrated experience in federal construction, airport construction, or other relevant safety management roles.
• Active OSHA 30 certification, used personally to support safety training and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations, standards, and best practices applicable to federal and airport projects.
• Proven ability to identify hazards, conduct safety inspections, and implement corrective actions in a construction environment.
• Experience leading safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site-specific safety orientations.
• Ability to manage incident investigations, root cause analysis, and documentation of safety events.
• Proficiency in using construction management platforms such as Procore or similar tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and coach personnel at all levels on safety practices.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills to maintain accurate safety records and reports.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• OSHA 500 certification is highly desirable.
• Prior experience working on airport-based construction projects is preferred.
• Experience working on federal construction projects and familiarity with associated safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently on-site and make sound safety decisions in a dynamic construction environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to preventing incidents and improving safety performance.

Work Environment

The Safety Manager works on-site at or near Dulles Airport, primarily within a construction trailer located near the IAD airport area and on active construction sites. The standard work schedule is 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and consistent, reliable on-site attendance is required. The role involves frequent movement between the trailer and outdoor or partially enclosed construction areas, including exposure to typical construction conditions such as noise, dust, varying weather, and active heavy equipment. The position requires adherence to standard construction site safety practices, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and compliance with all site-specific rules and procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chantilly, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chantilly, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chantilly,VA.

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