Safety Manager - Cincinnati, OH

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Safety Manager

Location : Cincinnati, OH

Start Date : 10 / 20 / 25

Type : 1099 Contractor

Duration : 3+ months

Intro

Since 1963, Sheakley has been a trusted leader in safety management across construction, industrial, and high-risk environments. We are hiring a Safety Manager to support a GC on a heavy civil project in Cincinnati, OH . This role is ideal for experienced safety professionals with steel contractor, rigging, and aerial lift backgrounds who can lead daily safety activities, enforce compliance, and ensure safe execution of project work.

The Safety Manager will provide daily onsite oversight, conduct inspections, and work closely with subcontractors and crews to sustain a proactive safety culture throughout the project.

Compensation

• ???? Rate : $50–$54 / hr
• ???? Per Diem : Not provided (local candidates strongly preferred)
• ???? Pay Frequency : Weekly

Schedule

Project Scope

This assignment supports GC safety oversight for a heavy civil project, including :

Overseeing three subcontractors performing rigging, critical lifts, welding, and working at heights

Leading toolbox talks, orientations, and daily safety meetings

Conducting inspections, audits, and hazard identification

Enforcing OSHA, site-specific, and client safety protocols

Coordinating safety documentation and compliance with subcontractors

Monitoring aerial lifts, steel erection, rigging, and leading-edge activities

Qualifications

✅ OSHA 510, required

✅ Minimum 5+ years of safety experience

✅ Proven management experience

✅ Experience with steel contractors, aerial lifts, rigging, and leading-edge safety, required

Knowledge Base

Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction standards with emphasis on :

Steel erection and leading-edge safety

Rigging and critical lift safety procedures

Aerial lift operations and fall protection

Welding and hot work oversight

Hazard recognition, inspections, and corrective action reporting

Equal Opportunity

Sheakley is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all employees and contractors.