Specialized certifications like First Aid/CPR Trainer or OSHA Authorized Trainer preferred
Experience with commercial vehicle camera systems and telematics
Deep knowledge of utility-specific safety standards and regulations
Strong leadership and coaching skills
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of field Safety Coordinators across multiple states
Develop and enforce utility-specific safety policies compliant with regulations
Conduct safety assessments and audits on active construction projects
Investigate workplace incidents and implement preventative measures
Oversee fleet safety and driver behavior management using telematics
Implement specialized safety training programs to foster a safety culture
Perform risk assessments and safety planning for high-risk operations
Track safety KPIs and serve as the point of contact for regulatory inspections
Benefits
Health Insurance
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Program
Profit Sharing
Paid Leave Benefits
Teammate Assistance Program
Full Job Description
Location Manassas, VA
Market General Utility Construction Description
Team Fishel , the Best Choice in Utility Construction, is hiring a Division Safety Manager based in Manassas, VA and supporting operations across Virginia and North Carolina.
Job Responsibilities
Safety Team Leadership & Alignment: Lead, mentor, and unify a team of field Safety Coordinators across Virginia and North Carolina, ensuring consistent messaging, standardized policy enforcement, and a cohesive approach to field safety and training.
Program Leadership & Policy Implementation: Develop, update, and enforce utility-specific safety, health, and environmental policies compliant with OSHA (1926/1910), PHMSA, and EPA regulations across active job sites.
Site Inspections & Audits: Conduct comprehensive safety assessments across active natural gas, overhead and underground power, telecom, and data center construction projects, debriefing findings and driving immediate hazard remediation.
Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: Lead thorough investigations for all workplace incidents with Safety Team, near-misses, utility strikes, or injuries; perform root cause analysis and implement preventative protocols.
Driver Safety & Telematics Coaching: Oversee fleet safety and driver behavior management; leverage dual-facing/AI vehicle camera systems (e.g., Samsara) and telematics data to conduct targeted driver coaching and reduce high-risk driving events.
Safety Training & Culture: Follow current specialized safety policy and training programs (e.g., Defensive Driving, Trenching & Excavation, Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout, Grounding, and Qualified Electrical Safety) to build an active "accident-free" culture.
Team Leadership & Field Collaboration: Supervise, mentor, and coordinate a team of field Safety Coordinators, establishing strong partnerships with field crews, drivers, superintendents, and subcontractors.
Risk Assessment & Utility Safety Planning: Perform Job Safety Analyses (Life Saving Assessments-LSAs) and pre-con safety reviews for high-risk operations, including heavy excavation, high-voltage work, gas line tie-ins, and critical data center buildouts.
Metrics & Regulatory Compliance: Track and report safety KPIs, fleet driving scores, OSHA logs, and trend analyses to leadership; serve as the primary point of contact for external regulatory inspections (SCC) and owner-client audits.
Requirements & Preferred Qualifications
Education & Experience: 5+ years of dedicated safety management experience in utility construction (underground wet/dry utilities, gas pipelines, power distribution, or data center civil/infrastructure projects).
Certifications: Advanced safety credentials preferred, such as OSHA 500 , CSP (Certified Safety Professional), CSM (Certified Safety Manager), CUSP (Certified Utility Safety Professional), ASP , or OSHA 30-Hour Construction .
Specialized Certifications: First Aid/CPR Trainer certification, Smith System Driving Trainer (or equivalent defensive driving certification), or OSHA Authorized Trainer status is strongly preferred.
Fleet Safety & Tech Proficiency: Demonstrated experience working with commercial vehicle camera systems, telematics dashboards, and driver behavior coaching software; comfortable reviewing video footage to provide constructive feedback to drivers.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge: Deep knowledge of utility-specific safety standards, including excavation/shoring, high-voltage safety (NFPA 70E), gas pipeline safety standards, DOT commercial fleet rules, and locate/damage prevention protocols (811).
Communication & Coaching: Strong leadership, presentation, and conflict-resolution skills, with a demonstrated ability to coach field crews and drivers to influence safety behaviors across all operational levels.
Bilingual Skills: Conversational or fluent Spanish is a strong plus.
Travel & Physical Readiness: Ability to travel regularly to field project sites in Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina, regional offices, navigate active construction terrain, and perform hands-on field assessments.
Starting salary $90,000 - $100,000 / annual based on demonstrated experience and certifications.
Benefits
Health Insurance
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Program
Profit Sharing
Paid Leave Benefits
Teammate Assistance Program
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Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!
