Safety Manager

Construction Safety Manager | Horst Construction Group | Lancaster, PA

Horst Construction has been building with quality and dependability for over 130 years, and we're looking for a Safety Manager to oversee safety on all of our construction projects. You'll support both Horst Construction and Horst Excavating, and you'll teach our talented team of construction professionals the best practices in risk management.

About Horst
Based in Lancaster, PA, we provide commercial construction services throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, including senior living, education, industrial, manufacturing, religious, and performing arts projects. Our people are our most important resource. We hire self-motivated professionals who thrive in a dynamic environment, and we trust them to get the job done with minimal oversight. We also care about quality of life, so work/life balance matters here.

The Role
You'll report directly to the Presidents and work closely with our field operations managers and jobsite superintendents. This is a "Road Warrior" position: about 75% of your time is spent visiting jobsites, and the other 25% is spent in the office on training, safety records, and administration. A company vehicle is provided.

What You'll Do

• Manage and administer our OSHA program and keep us compliant with all applicable regulations
• Develop, implement, and update safety programs, policies, and procedures for both companies
• Conduct jobsite visits and safety audits, and give managers feedback on what you observe
• Lead safety training, including new-hire orientation and toolbox talks
• Investigate accidents, injuries, and near-misses to find root causes and report to management
• Advise senior management on reducing hazards in construction operations
• Track and maintain safety, accident, and training records
• Work with insurance risk managers and HR on loss control and workers' compensation claims

What You Bring

• Two-year degree in a safety-related field, or equivalent construction industry experience
• Construction industry knowledge and experience
• OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to complete it within one year of hire); OSHA instructor ability is a plus
• 3–5 years of experience with DOL/OSHA litigation
• Training in hazard management principles and regulatory issues, plus basic insurance knowledge
• Working proficiency in Microsoft Office and online research
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and construction documents (a plus)
• CHST, ASP, or CSP certification (preferred)
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to spend a significant amount of time on your feet

What We Offer

• Superb quality of life
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-paid short-term disability
• Employer-paid group term life and AD&D insurance
• Identity fraud protection
• Paid holidays and a generous vacation policy
• Tuition assistance
• Referral bonus

Ready to Join Us?
If you want to join an established commercial general contracting firm with a long-standing reputation for quality work and dependability, apply and submit your resume today. Only qualified candidates will be considered.

Horst is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.