Safety Manager Hired in 32 Days

The Client Need

A growing construction firm operating in the Southeast needed to strengthen its jobsite safety program. The organization was expanding its project pipeline and required a Safety Manager who could implement compliant safety protocols, lead field teams, and reduce incident rates across active construction sites.

Amundson Group's Search Process

Amundson Group engaged its construction industry network to identify candidates with direct, hands-on safety leadership experience in fast-paced build environments. The search focused on professionals who combined regulatory knowledge, including OSHA compliance, with the communication skills needed to influence field crews and subcontractors.

Key priorities during the search included:

• Verified experience managing safety programs on commercial or industrial construction projects
• A track record of reducing recordable incident rates
• Familiarity with the regional regulatory environment in the Southeast
• Strong leadership presence and the ability to operate independently in the field

The team worked efficiently to present a shortlist of well-matched candidates, keeping the client's timeline and cultural fit at the center of every conversation.

Outcome at 90+ Days

The placed professional has successfully integrated into the construction firm's operations. More than 90 days into the role, they are actively managing safety compliance across project sites, building relationships with field personnel, and contributing to a stronger safety culture within the organization.

Early indicators from the client reflect confidence in the hire's ability to take ownership of the program and drive measurable improvements. The placed professional has demonstrated the kind of steady, credible leadership that construction safety roles demand, and that Amundson Group specifically sought during the search.

Key Takeaways

• Specialized construction safety roles require networks that go beyond general job boards
• Fit between a candidate's field experience and the firm's project type is critical to long-term success
• Early tenure stability at 90+ days signals a strong placement match