Safety Manager - Frederick, MD

Join McKissack & McKissack's team! Immediate opening for a Safety Manager in Frederick, MD. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

McKissack & McKissack offers opportunities to grow your career while working on transformative projects in program and construction management, architecture, and interior design. We combine technical expertise and creative vision to deliver exceptional results. Our culture values diversity, professional development, and performance. We seek team players who are humble, hungry, and smart, with strong academic or professional experience, integrity, and a client-focused mindset. Join a team that invests in your success and rewards ambition, integrity, and collaboration.
Responsibilities:

Perform proactive field engagement and provide strong safety leadership to help prevent serious injuries and eliminate high-potential events
Coordinates, schedules, and facilitates subcontractor’s Pre-Construction Safety Planning Meetings
Strengthen and standardize safety practices across data center projects, ensuring full compliance with internal procedures and client requirements
Maintain an active daily presence in the field through routine safety walks, observations, and coaching conversations
Support the development and review of JHAs/JSAs, pre-task plans, and high-risk activity reviews (e.g., hot work, energized work, lifting operations, confined space entry, work at heights)
Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and verification of control measures; ensure timely and effective corrective actions
Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations, including root-cause analysis and documented corrective actions
Develop and deliver targeted safety training and toolbox talks tailored to site-specific risks
Review safety practices and documentation for subcontractors and vendors when applicable
Track, analyze, and report key safety metrics, trends, and leading indicators to project leadership
Partner with the client on safety expectations, coordination meetings, and sitewide safety initiatives

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety management or engineering preferred
5+ years of safety experience in construction or industrial environments, including prior experience on data center construction projects preferred
Professional safety certifications such as CHST, CSP, ASP, OHST, or OSHA 3115
Direct experience supporting live data centers, critical facilities, or other high-risk or MEP-heavy construction projects
Demonstrated experience developing and delivering safety training for craft workers and supervisors
Proven track record in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Ability to effectively coach field teams and influence behaviors without direct authority
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify patterns, anticipate risks, and propose practical solutions
High level of ownership, integrity, and a commitment to a culture of safety excellence

Compensation

Salary range: $145,000 - $180,000/yearly (dependent on years of experience, competency, travel requirements)
Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Adoption Assistance
• Matching 401k Plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid-Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Marketplace Perks-at-Work

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

McKissack & McKissack is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, and local laws.
This statement applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. Salary ranges will be disclosed where required by law (e.g., CA, CO, NY, MA). Applicants needing reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact HR@mckinc.com
Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.
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