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Sheakley Workforce Staffing

Project Safety Manager - Palo Alto, CA

Sheakley Workforce Staffing, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306

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Job Title:

Project Safety Manager Location:

Palo Alto, CA Start Date:

10/13/25 Type:

1099 Contractor Duration:

12+ months

Intro Since 1963, Sheakley has been a trusted leader in safety management across construction, manufacturing, and industrial environments. We are hiring a

Project Safety Manager

to support a major

University Campus Hospital Expansion

in Palo Alto, CA. This role is ideal for safety professionals with

drywall and framing experience

who can drive compliance, training, and safety leadership on a complex healthcare project.

The Project Safety Manager will oversee daily site safety activities, lead safety meetings, and serve as a hands-on safety coach to promote a culture of accountability and safe work practices.

Compensation Rate: $57–$60/hour Pay Frequency: Weekly Per Diem: Not available

Schedule Hours: 40 hours/week Schedule: Mon–Fri (8 hrs/day, 1st shift)

Project Scope This assignment supports safety oversight for drywall, framing, lath and plaster, and fireproofing activities on a large-scale hospital expansion, including:

Daily inspections and monitoring of contractor activities

Oversight of drywall and framing crews in high-paced environments

Conducting toolbox talks, orientations, and safety training

Hazard identification, corrective action tracking, and compliance reporting

Coordination with GC, subcontractors, and site teams to maintain a strong safety culture

Responsibilities include:

Conducting daily safety walks, audits, and hazard recognition

Leading safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee orientations

Acting as a visible safety leader in the field, not just administrative support

Managing safety documentation, incident investigations, and reports

Coaching and motivating workers, ensuring a proactive approach to safety

Qualifications ✅

Drywall/framing experience (most important requirement) ✅ BCSP designation and/or Bachelor's in Occupational Health & Safety and/or OSHA 500 with 3+ years of experience ✅ Construction safety management background ✅ Strong communication skills with the ability to engage a diverse workforce ✅ Physically capable of navigating a large project site ✅ Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus, not required

Knowledge Base Strong working knowledge of:

Drywall, framing, and fireproofing construction safety

OSHA standards, compliance strategies, and safety documentation

Toolbox talks, orientations, and safety training methods

Hazard recognition, job hazard analysis, and incident investigation

Equal Opportunity Sheakley is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all employees and contractors.