ProjectSafetyManager

COMPANY OVERVIEW Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan. POSITION SUMMARY Upchurch is seeking an experienced Project Safety Manager to support an active construction project in Widows Creek, Alabama. This on-site role is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and partnering with project leadership to proactively manage risk. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in construction safety, incident investigation, and workers’ compensation management, with the ability to work effectively with both field and corporate safety teams, the General Contractor (GC) and/or Owner Rep. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Proactively identify hazards and implement preventive and corrective measures to reduce risk. - Collaborate closely with Upchurch project leadership and the General Contractor’s safety team to ensure safety remains a top priority. - Lead and conduct thorough incident investigations, including injuries, near misses, property damage, and theft, utilizing root cause analysis techniques. - Supervise and support employee safety compliance across the project. - Support company-wide safety initiatives and ensure consistent application of safety policies and procedures. - Work collaboratively with the Director of Corporate Safety and the Upchurch safety team to align project efforts with organizational safety objectives. - Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations to improve o