Safety Manager-Heavy Civil Construction Job at Kimmel and Associates in Lexingto

About the Company: Our client is a well-established and growing heavy civil and highway construction firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects safely, on time, and within budget. They specialize in roadway construction, utility installation, and large-scale DOT infrastructure projects across the Southeast. The company manages more than $200 million in annual revenue, and has been a leader in heavy civil construction in Tennessee, Kentucky and other parts of the Southeast for decades. About the Position: The Safety Manager will be responsible for overseeing and implementing comprehensive safety programs, policies, and procedures on large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations, identifying potential hazards, and proactively mitigating risks through training, inspections, incident investigations, and close collaboration with project teams. Worker safety and promoting a culture of safety excellence will be paramount. Responsibilities: · Developing, cultivating, and promoting a company-wide culture of safety · Implementing policies and procedures that are in compliance with regulatory requirements · Training and educating all team members and stakeholders in safety best practices · Maintaining regulatory compliance through site inspections, audits, and assessments · Investigating any safety-related incidents that may occur Requirements: 5 years of safety management experience in the heavy civil and/or heavy highway construction industry A degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or a closely related discipline, or commensurate experience Strong work ethic combined with exemplary leadership and communication skills In-depth knowledge of industry safety standards (DOT including Traffic Control, OSHA, etc.) The ability to effectively train and educate team members This position is based in Louisville, KY Benefits: · Highly competitive base salary · Discretionary annual bonus · Discretionary project-specific bonuses · Company vehicle · Competitive PTO and holiday policies · 401(k) match · Major medical/dental/vision insurance · Disability and life insurance How to Apply: Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their resume online for consideration. A member of our team will contact you.