DescriptionABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY The Safety Manager - Self Perform Concrete is responsible for leading the safety strategy and execution for Okland's self-perform concrete operations. This position serves as the primary safety resource for concrete field operations by partnering with project teams, foremen, and craft professionals to proactively identify hazards, reduce risk, and foster a culture where safety is integrated into every phase of work.
The Safety Manager maintains a strong field presence, provides technical expertise in concrete means and methods, develops frontline leaders through coaching and training, and drives continuous improvement through planning, accountability, and incident prevention. Success in this role is measured by reducing injuries and OSHA recordables, strengthening safety leadership, improving workforce engagement, and ensuring every employee returns home safely each day.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY Field Leadership & Safety Culture- Maintain a visible field presence on self-perform concrete projects, building trusted relationships with craft professionals, foremen, and project teams.
- Serve as a safety resource through field observations, safety walks, coaching, toolbox talks, and crew safety discussions.
- Promote a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous safety engagement across all projects.
Concrete Operations, Planning & Risk Management- Develop expertise in concrete construction means and methods and provide practical safety guidance that supports safe execution and production goals.
- Participate in Pre-Task Planning (PTP), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safe work planning to proactively identify and mitigate project risks.
- Partner with operations leadership to evaluate field conditions, eliminate hazards, and improve overall project safety performance.
Training, Compliance & Continuous Improvement- Lead field safety onboarding, workforce development, required training programs, and employee certification management.
- Monitor safety performance, conduct equipment and compliance inspections, and maintain OSHA- and audit-ready documentation.
- Respond to incidents, conduct investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA), and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented.
Collaboration & Partnership- Collaborate with project teams, operations leadership, subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners to drive consistent safety practices and continuous improvement.
YOU'RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE - Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Industrial Safety, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and field experience may be considered.
- 5+ years of construction safety experience, including at least 3 years supporting heavy civil, commercial, or self-perform concrete construction operations.
- Demonstrated experience leading safety programs, conducting incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis (RCA), delivering training, and developing field safety leaders on large commercial construction projects.
- OSHA 30 certification required; First Aid/CPR certification, OSHA 500, CSP, CHST, ASP, and construction safety instructor certifications preferred.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, concrete construction means and methods, risk management, and hazard control practices, with the ability to influence safe behaviors at all organizational levels.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to earn trust and credibility with field personnel.
- Valid driver's license and proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction safety management software.
- Must be bilingual, English/Spanish.
WHAT WE OFFERCulture & RecognitionConsistently recognized as a Best Place to Work in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho.
Pay, Ownership & RetirementWeekly pay, competitive salary and bonus incentives, ESOP employee ownership, and an industry-leading 401(k) with a 6% employer match.
Benefits & WellbeingFree healthcare plan option plus medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, paid parental leave, financial wellness tools, Employee Assistance Program, and mental health support.
Perks & ProjectsRewards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, paid work anniversary sabbaticals, and award-winning projects recognized by AIA, ENR, and AGC.
PHYSICAL ENVRIONMENTThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.
