Site Safety Manager (Heavy Industrial/Electrical)

United StatesRemoteFull-timemid

OperationsHealth & Safety Specialist

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Partner with project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel to implement safety procedures and maintain effective jobsite hazard controls.

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OperationsHealth & Safety Specialist

This is an onsite safety leadership opportunity supporting a heavy industrial and electrical construction project in West Jordan, Utah. You will oversee day-to-day jobsite safety, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and established safety standards. Working closely with project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel, you’ll identify hazards, reinforce safe work practices, and help prevent incidents. The role combines field inspections, safety planning, training, incident investigation, and hands-on coaching. You will play a key part in building a strong safety culture while supporting project execution and operational readiness. This position is well suited to an experienced safety professional who can lead confidently, communicate effectively, and influence safety behaviors in demanding construction environments.

Oversee jobsite safety: Manage daily safety activities on active construction sites, ensuring compliance with company policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable safety standards.
Enforce safe work practices: Partner with project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel to implement safety procedures and maintain effective jobsite hazard controls.
Conduct inspections and audits: Perform regular site safety inspections, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions to address identified hazards.
Lead safety meetings: Facilitate daily safety huddles, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning meetings to reinforce safe work practices.
Develop and implement safety plans: Assist in creating site-specific safety plans and ensure they are consistently applied throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintain safety documentation: Keep accurate records of site assessments, incident reports, training activities, and other required safety documentation.
Coach subcontractors: Work with subcontractors to verify compliance with safety protocols and provide guidance on safe work practices.
Manage PPE readiness: Monitor personal protective equipment (PPE) inventory and ensure equipment is available, maintained, and properly used.
Promote a safety-first culture: Build relationships with field personnel, encourage open communication, and provide consistent safety coaching.
Investigate incidents: Participate in investigations of injuries, near misses, and property damage, including root cause analysis and reporting.
Support onboarding and training: Deliver site-specific safety orientations to new hires and help ensure they understand jobsite expectations.
Mentor safety personnel: Provide guidance and mentorship to interns or junior safety team members when applicable.
Prepare for inspections: Ensure the site is ready for client, OSHA, and corporate safety visits, audits, and inspections.

Requirements

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Education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent field experience is accepted.
Professional experience: At least seven years of site-level safety experience in construction or heavy industrial/electrical environments.
Electrical safety expertise: Demonstrated knowledge and experience with lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and electrical systems required.
OSHA certification: OSHA 510 certification required.
Regulatory knowledge: Strong understanding of OSHA construction standards, jobsite safety requirements, and hazard recognition.
Field leadership: Proven ability to lead safety initiatives at the jobsite level and establish rapport with tradespeople, subcontractors, and field teams.
Safety certifications: CHST, OHST, STS-C, or equivalent certifications preferred.
Communication and influence: Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence safe behaviors and reinforce accountability.
Documentation skills: Proficiency with electronic documentation and safety reporting systems.
Driving and safety record: Clean driving record and demonstrated commitment to personal and team safety.
Onsite availability: Ability to work onsite in West Jordan, Utah.