Safety ManagerDepartment: Safety & Health / Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Location: Dallas, TX | DFW Metroplex (On-site / Traveling across local jobsites)
Role Type: Permanent/FTE
Job DescriptionThe
Safety Manager will lead field safety operations across active commercial, residential, and public infrastructure project sites throughout the DFW Metroplex. Serving as a crucial bridge between field crews and executive management, this role is responsible for establishing proactive hazard controls, driving OSHA compliance, and instilling a strong safety-first culture on every jobsite.
In this role, you will supervise and mentor field safety personnel while collaborating directly with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen during preconstruction and daily operations. Your day-to-day focus will center on identifying site-specific hazards before work begins, conducting thorough field audits, leading root-cause incident investigations, and ensuring corrective actions are completed. The ideal candidate is a hands-on safety leader who is passionate about field coaching, risk mitigation, and protecting crews in high-hazard utility environments.
Duties and Responsibilities- Direct and mentor field safety personnel while prioritizing safety coverage across all active DFW jobsites.
- Partner with project leadership during preconstruction and pre-task planning to identify hazards and establish controls before crews begin work.
- Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety plans tailored to excavation, trenching, heavy equipment operations, and work near existing utilities.
- Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections, assign field corrective actions, and verify complete resolution.
- Lead root-cause analyses and investigations for incidents and near-misses, communicating key lessons learned to project teams.
- Oversee site safety orientations, daily toolbox talks, and continuous field training programs.
- Maintain accurate safety training records, certifications, and regulatory compliance documentation.
- Track site safety metrics and present recurring hazard trends, corrective actions, and training needs to executive leadership.
- Serve as the primary company representative during OSHA inspections, regulatory audits, and subsequent follow-up actions.
Required Experience/Skills- Proven construction safety experience managing field safety personnel or overseeing compliance across multiple active jobsites.
- Deep working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and hazard controls specific to excavation, trenching, underground utilities, and heavy equipment.
- Demonstrated track record of conducting incident investigations, executing root-cause analyses, and developing actionable corrective plans.
- Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve safety concerns constructively alongside operations leadership.
- Willingness and ability to travel daily between active jobsite locations throughout the DFW Metroplex.
Nice-to-Haves- Bilingual proficiency in both English and Spanish.
Education- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
- Relevant safety certifications (e.g., OSHA 500/510, CSHM, CSP, or CHST) are highly desirable.
Pay & Benefits Summary- Competitive base salary with participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options.
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays.
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- Access to onsite fitness and recreation amenities.
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