Safety Manager | $110-120k + Car + Benefits

Safety Manager role for a Maryland-based heavy civil and utility contractor with a strong regional reputation across the DMV.
The company delivers complex, high-risk work for prestigious clients in the utilities, gas, transmission, and overhead electrical sectors. Currently seeking an experienced Safety Manager to serve as a trusted, proactive partner to field leadership across projects between Wilmington, DE and Baltimore, MD.
This is a long-term career role within an established, supportive safety team - ideal for a safety professional who enjoys mentoring, influencing safe decision-making, and shaping safety culture across large-scale civil and utility operations.
Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to project managers, superintendents, and field leadership on all safety matters.
• Provide hands-on field presence across heavy civil, utility, gas, and electrical transmission/overhead line projects.
• Lead coaching, safety stand-downs, learning reviews, and after-action reviews.
• Guide crews through high-risk activities, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory safety requirements.
• Support and influence the development of SOPs, safety programs, and training initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in incident prevention, hazard recognition, and risk mitigation.
• Mentor and develop junior safety staff, helping to build the next generation of safety leaders.
• Conduct site audits, inspections, and incident investigations as needed to support safe operations.
  

What We Are Looking For

• 5+ years of safety experience in heavy civil, utilities, gas, or transmission/overhead electrical work.
• Strong field leadership presence and the confidence to influence high-risk activities.
• Experience coaching crews and facilitating learning reviews or stand-downs.
• Solid working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and relevant industry safety standards.
• Excellent communication skills and a mentoring mindset.
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000 – $120,000
• Company Vehicle provided
• 401(k), Healthcare & Full Benefits Package
• Clear long-term progression within a reputable regional contractor
• Project coverage concentrated between Wilmington, DE and Baltimore, MD
  

Job Information
Job Category
Safety Manager / Safety Coordinator, Safety - Construction Safety, Safety - Electrical Safety, EHS jobs - Northeast
Education
Certification
Experience
5 - 10 years
Industry Segments
Construction / Architecture, Utilities