Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Regional Safety Manager to join our Dallas, TX office.

Theprimary function of the Regional Safety Manager is to lead, manage, and continuously improve the safety program for Ryan Companies' Southern Division. This role ensures all projects comply with regulatory requirements and Ryan Companies safety standards while supporting operations leadership, mentoring safety staff, and driving consistent implementation of company safety initiatives across the region. There will be frequent weekday travel to construction sites but overnight travel is not expected more than one or two nights every week or two.

Some things you can expect to do:

SafetyLeadership

• Lead the region and support the division in implementing short- and long-term safety objectives aligned with company strategy.

• Clearly communicate the company safety vision throughcommon goals, trust, accountability, and collaboration.

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the safety status of all regional projects.

• Frequently visit project sites to verify implementation of company policies and procedures.

• Actively collaborate with regional operations leadership and office leadership teams.

• Review safety trends, metrics, and leading indicators and provide actionable recommendations.

• Lead communicationwith Regional Field Coordinators and Directors of Construction regarding project safety performance.

• Seek,recommend, and implement innovative practices to achieve best-in-class safety performance.

SafetyTraining

• Communicatebest practices and lessons learned across the region.

• Leadand facilitate training sessions on relevant safety topics.

• Develop and maintain high-quality safety training content.

• Solicit and incorporate feedback from employees to improve training effectiveness.

• Participate in company-wide and regional training initiatives.

SafetyManagement

• EnsureOSHA and Cal/OSHA (if applicable) recordkeeping requirements are maintained for the region.

• Conduct effective regional-level safety meetings.

• Conduct and oversee project-level safety meetings and audits.

• Actively mentor jobsite teams on hazard recognition and mitigation.

• LeadPreconstruction Kick-Off Meetings related to safety and risk planning.

• Participatein Project Safety Committee and Company Safety Committee meetings.

• Lead regional project site walks to identify and correct hazards.

Department Management

• Assist with development and execution of the regional & divisional safety department strategy.

• Implementannual departmental goals and initiatives.

• Ensure standardized rollout of new or updated safety programs and processes.

• Leadand supervise regional safety staff.

• Collaborate with project teams to ensure consistent application of safety programs.

• Support employee development, including mentoring, training, and performance reviews.

• Assist with development and management of the regional safety budget.

• Lead incident investigations and ensure thorough reporting and corrective actions.

• Participatein claim management, OSHA responses, and insurance carrier reviews.

• Oversee safety documentation collection, review, and compliance.

• Ensureproper management of Job Hazard Analyses, permits, and required signage.

• Lead or oversee safety audits and inspections.

• Ensure the safety manual and procedures remain current with regulations.

• Participatein subcontractor pre-qualification and safety evaluations.

• Support preconstruction teams with safety planning and site walks.

• Ensurecompliance with client-specific safety requirements and third-party platforms.

• Coordinate and overseerequired Cal/OSHA permits. (if applicable)

• Participatein industry safety organizations and committees.

• Attend safety conferences and networking events.

• Develop strong relationships with internal leadership and strategic trade partners.

• Establish proactive relationships with local OSHA offices and regulatory agencies.

Some things we expect you should have:

• 5 or more years of experience in the implementation and management of safety program specific to commercial construction projects

• Ability to work independently and productively with others.

• Assist in incident investigations including near misses, injuries, property damage, and those impacting the public.

• Individuals must possess a good working understanding of OSHA, NFPA 70E and LOTO requirements related to the construction industry.

• Good oral communication – effectively relates to individuals or group situations.

• Good written skills – able to express ideas and clearly communicate ideas.

• Ability to utilize construction technology systems and multiple computer software platforms.

• Demonstrates leadership – effective in leading group or individual toward completion of tasks.

• Initiative – must be a self-starter and complete tasks with little supervision, take a pro-active approach and develop new and innovative solutions.

• OSHA 30-hour construction certificate.

• Four-year degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Management, or related field or minimum 5-15 years of relevant project field experience in construction safety with an expectation to earn a degree that supports the growth of the department and position preferred.

• Current first-aid, CPR and AED training from a nationally recognized organization

• CSP, CSP, CIH, ASP, CHST board certified credential is a plus.

• Engage with local OSHA offices to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Participate in industry safety trade organizations and conferences

• Ability to travel to project locations, expected to be no more than 20% weekday travel

• Bilingual Spanish is plus.

Core Requirements

Personal Attributes

• Effective written and verbal language communication skills.

• Work Efficiently – Allocate one’s own time efficiently; handle multiple demands and competing priorities; efficiently process paperwork.

• Show initiative, strive for increased responsibility and demonstrate desire to learn.

• Show emotional maturity, punctuality and dependability.

• Motivate and contribute to the teamwork / morale of the project team.

• Show the desire and willingness to progress to the Senior Safety Manager role and responsibilities.

• Commitment to Ryan Values: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Stewardship, Family, Excellence and Fun.

Interpersonal Attributes

• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all project stakeholders (Owner, jurisdictional agencies, design professionals, various Ryan departments, Ryan project team, and subcontractors)

• Identify learning opportunities for local company safety staff.

• Foster Teamwork – Participate and foster collaboration among team members and among teams.

• Motivate Others – Encourage and empower others to achieve; build relationships; create enthusiasm, a feeling of investment, and a desire to excel.

• Drive for Results – Drive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure; persist despite obstacles and opposition.

• Show Work Commitment – Set high standards of performance; pursue aggressive goals and work hard to achieve them.

• Actively pursue opportunities to enhance safety knowledge.

• Show alignment with and promote Ryan Corporate Values.

Essential Skills

Technical

• Proficiency with Procore, Hammer tech.

• Work with Divisional Director to create annual goals.

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic technical issues.

Business and Management

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.

• Basic understanding of business operations and workflows.

Interpersonal

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

• Professional demeanor and customer service orientation.

Personal

• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.

• High degree of integrity and accountability.

• Lead efforts to maintain professional credentials and attend continuing education classes.

• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Compensation:

The salary range is $120,000 - $140,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events