Safety Manager

Role Description

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs across all construction projects. This role partners closely with field leadership to promote a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, reduce incidents, and protect employees, subcontractors, and the public.

This is a hands-on, field-oriented role requiring regular jobsite presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to influence crews at all levels.

Field Safety & Jobsite Oversight

• Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections and audits
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors; implement corrective actions
• Participate in pre-task planning (PTP/JHA/JSA) and job hazard analyses
• Support superintendents and foremen with safe work planning
• Stop work when unsafe conditions exist

Safety Programs & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain company safety programs and policies
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local safety regulations
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis
• Track safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near-misses, observations)
• Maintain safety documentation and records

Training & Culture

• Conduct new-hire safety orientations
• Deliver ongoing safety training and toolbox talks
• Coach supervisors on leadership-driven safety practices
• Promote a culture of accountability, reporting, and continuous improvement
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations
• Prepare reports and recommend corrective actions
• Coordinate with management on disciplinary or corrective steps
• Support return-to-work and injury management efforts

Subcontractor & Client Coordination

• Review subcontractor safety plans and compliance
• Participate in client safety meetings and audits
• Represent the company during regulatory inspections
• Interface with insurance providers and safety consultants

Required

• 3–7+ years of safety experience in electrical, civil, utility, heavy civil, or infrastructure construction
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety regulations
• Experience conducting jobsite audits and safety training
• Ability to communicate effectively with field crews and management
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between jobsites

Preferred

• CHST, CSP, or ASP certification
• Experience with utility, electrical, or underground construction
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a strong plus
• Experience working with union and non-union crews