LeAerial Taylor
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Accomplished Senior Safety Manager with a proven track record of leading high-risk safety operations across major construction, industrial, and energy projects. Backed by four years of hands-on experience as an Electrical Journeyman and multiple years in progressive safety leadership roles, offering a rare combination of technical field expertise and strategic safety management. Demonstrated success in improving safety culture, reducing incident rates, strengthening compliance, and driving continuous improvement across multi-trade environments. Adept in OSHA, NFPA 70E, risk mitigation, emergency planning, and large-scale contractor management. Recognized for professionalism, leadership, and the ability to influence safe work performance at every level of an organization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Safety Manager
The Robert’s Company
03.2023 - Current
- Directed comprehensive safety operations for multi-million-dollar industrial and construction projects, ensuring full compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and client-specific requirements.
- Led safety management for high-risk activities including energized electrical work, crane operations, hot work, elevated work, trenching/excavations, and complex mechanical scopes.
- Conducted strategic audits, site inspections, behavior-based observations, and implemented targeted corrective actions to improve overall site performance.
- Managed and developed safety staff, subcontractors, and field leadership to ensure consistent application of safety expectations and standards.
- Drove continuous improvement by conducting detailed incident and near-miss investigations, performing root-cause analyses, and implementing sustainable corrective solutions.
- Oversaw all safety documentation, including JHAs, daily reports, OSHA logs, training records, and permits.
- Served as the primary liaison to executives, clients, regulators, and project leadership regarding safety plans, performance, and compliance.
Safety Manager
Mullins Mechanical & Welding
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed day-to-day safety operations for construction sites with electrical, mechanical, civil, and steel trades.
- Developed site-specific safety plans, high-risk work controls, and emergency response procedures.
- Delivered comprehensive training including new-hire orientation, electrical safety, fall protection, PPE, and hazard recognition.
- Ensured adherence to LOTO, energized work guidelines, perimeter controls, and equipment safety standards.
- Conducted routine safety inspections, issued permits, and maintained compliance documentation.
Safety Tech.
CB&I
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Oversaw contractor safety performance and enforced company and regulatory requirements.
- Led toolbox meetings, hazard briefings, and safety stand-downs.
- Monitored and evaluated work areas, ensuring safe practices around electrical installations, confined spaces, elevated platforms, and heavy equipment.
- Partnered with project leadership to integrate safety into planning, scheduling, and field execution.
Electrical Journeyman
McDermott Construction
05.2016 - 11.2018
- Installed, maintained, and commissioned electrical systems including panels, switchgear, conduits, transformers, and distribution equipment.
- Performed testing, troubleshooting, terminations, grounding, continuity checks, and system verification.
- Worked safely around energized equipment following NFPA 70E arc-flash requirements, LOTO, and PPE protocols.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major electrical installations on commercial and industrial projects.
Electrical Journeyman
PCL Construction Co.
11.2014 - 02.2016
- Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, and equipment diagrams to ensure accurate installations.
- Conducted cable pulling, lighting installation, circuit setup, and equipment start-up.
- Collaborated with safety teams to ensure compliant work areas and proper hazard controls.
Education
Diploma -
Monroe County High School
Monroeville, Al01.2005
Skills
- OSHA & NFPA 70E Compliance
- Electrical Safety / Arc Flash / LOTO
- Multi-Site & Multi-Crew Safety Oversight
- Safety Program Development & Implementation
- High-Risk Work Controls (Cranes, Energized Work, Confined Space)
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategies
- Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Contractor / Subcontractor Safety Management
- Emergency Response & Preparedness
- JHA/JSA Development & Permit-to-Work Systems
- Regulatory Reporting & Documentation
- Leadership, Coaching & Workforce Engagement
- Executive-level communication
- Strategic planning & forecasting
- Team leadership & workforce development
- Analytical problem solving
- Safety culture improvement
- Technical electrical knowledge
- Strong documentation & reporting
Accomplishments
- Successfully led safety programs for multi-million-dollar construction and industrial projects with zero recordable incidents.
- Reduced overall incident rates through proactive inspections, training, and hazard mitigation processes.
- Implemented standardized safety procedures that improved contractor compliance and operational efficiency.
- Recognized by leadership and field teams for professionalism, communication, and strong safety leadership.
Certification
- OSHA 30 – Construction
- OSHA 510- Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry
- First Aid / CPR / AED
- Lockout/Tagout Certification
- Confined Space Entry & Rescue
- Fall Protection Competent Person
- Hot Work / Fire Watch
Timeline
Senior Safety Manager
The Robert’s Company
03.2023 - Current
Safety Manager
Mullins Mechanical & Welding
10.2021 - 01.2023
Safety Tech.
CB&I
05.2019 - 08.2021
Electrical Journeyman
McDermott Construction
05.2016 - 11.2018
Electrical Journeyman
PCL Construction Co.
11.2014 - 02.2016
Diploma -
Monroe County High School