Safety Manager – Construction

Wharton‑Smith, Inc., a leading General Contractor recognized for excellence across the Southeast, is seeking an experienced and motivated Safety Manager to join our team in Jacksonville, Florida. This position will support our JEA wastewater project and play a vital role in maintaining our strong culture of safety, quality, and teamwork.

• Develop and implement current safety training programs as required, including Competent Person classes.
• Identify safety training needs and provide safety training as appropriate.
• Conduct project pre‑construction meetings and review site‑specific safety plans.
• Conduct safety assessments to track trends and ensure compliance with company, Federal, and State regulatory standards.
• Assist Project Management in developing site‑specific safety plans.
• Coach project team members on safety leadership & management practices.
• Review Safety Task Assignment (STA) to provide feedback for improvement.
• Conduct equipment training and evaluations.
• Deliver safety reports.
• Conduct documented safety walks when visiting jobs via KPA EHS software.
• Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Assist injured employees and manage return‑to‑work processes.
• Establish clinic and hospital relationships prior to project start.
• Serve as the go‑to safety resource for the jobsite.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Data analysis.
• In‑depth knowledge of confined spaces (permit required and non‑permit required), cranes, excavations, fall protection, and scaffolding.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, EPA standards, and construction safety best practices.