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A Site Safety Manager is responsible for ensuring compliance with all construction safety matters, legislative and regulatory, occupational and environmental, relating to a specific construction site. Will provide specialist advice to the management and employees of the organization. May organize training to improve employee understanding of best site safety practice.

$73,597 / year median in Colorado

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Safety Engineer is responsible for leading and managing the company's safety program across all construction operations. This role ensures compliance with OSHA and applicable regulations, promotes a proactive safety culture, and works closely with field leadership to minimize risk and maintain safe job sites.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Leading and managing the company-wide safety program, including updates to the Employee Safety Manual the oversight of a company safety committee. Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations (OSHA and others). Developing and implementing project-specific safety plans for residential and commercial operations. Conducting regular job site and facility inspections; documenting findings and enforcing corrective actions. Partnering with leadership and field supervisors to deliver new hire orientation and ongoing safety training. Facilitating daily, weekly, and monthly safety meetings and toolbox talks. Supporting supervisors with training on safety procedures, equipment use, and incident investigations. Leading incident, injury, and property damage investigations; implementing corrective and preventive measures. Overseeing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and pre-task planning for high-risk activities. Ensuring proper use, availability, and maintenance of PPE, safety equipment, signage, and SDS documentation. Managing safety communications (e.g., newsletters, alerts) to reinforce accountability and awareness. Tracking and managing workers' compensation claims, return-to-work programs, and OSHA recordkeeping/logs. Coordinate and lead safety committee meetings. Monitor safety performance metrics and recommend continuous improvement initiatives. Staying current on OSHA standards and industry best practices; implement updates as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION
Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability to support field communication Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), CSP, or similar certification Formal education or certification in Safety, Risk Management, or related field 2+ years of directly applicable construction safety experience Experience supporting or managing safety programs in the construction industry OSHA 30 certification and strong knowledge of OSHA regulations Understanding of construction methods, equipment, and job site hazards Ability to train, influence, and enforce safe work practices across all levels of the organization Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and in the field
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The work environment and physical activity described are representative of those that must be met by you to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be expected to travel out of town to work on project sites or meet with customers. May usually work irregular hours and often work early mornings and during weekends and may also do shift work and be on call. Generally, work longer hours in summer. Work in an office and field environment whereas the weather conditions may be noisy, wet, cold, dirty and dusty. While performing the duties of this job, you will regularly be required to reach with hands and arms and frequently be required to stand; talk or hear; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. You will occasionally be required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. You will be required to have specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. You may at times lift and/or move up to 50 to 100 pounds
WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING
Full-time Work Annual Salary:
$75 - $90k Mobile Devices as Needed Company Automobile Discretionary Bonus Health Insurance, Life and Accident Insurance plus Voluntary Benefit Options PTO/Holiday Pay 401K/Profit Sharing