Safety Manager (SSHM) – Field Leadership & Program Ownership

Location: Reno, NV (or project-based)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a Safety Manager (SSHO Manager) to lead and drive safety across active construction and earthwork projects.

This is a field-based leadership role responsible for both executing safety on job sites and building the systems, processes, and accountability structure behind it.

The Safety Manager is highly visible in the field, working directly with superintendents, foremen, and crews, while also owning the overall safety program. This individual ensures safety is not just compliant, but fully integrated into daily operations.

This role is ideal for someone who knows how to build a safety program from the ground up, lead in the field, and drive results across multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities

Field Leadership & Presence

• Maintain a strong, consistent presence across active job sites
• Lead by example in enforcing and modeling safe work practices
• Work directly with crews, foremen, and superintendents to drive daily safety execution
• Identify risks in real time and ensure immediate corrective action

Safety Program Ownership

• Build, implement, and continuously improve the company-wide safety program
• Develop and standardize policies, procedures, and safety expectations
• Ensure alignment with OSHA regulations and industry best practices
• Create structure and consistency across all projects

Process Creation & Continuous Improvement

• Develop safety workflows, reporting processes, and accountability systems
• Track and analyze incidents, trends, and safety metrics
• Implement proactive solutions to reduce risk and improve performance
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across field operations

Team Leadership & Accountability

• Lead and mentor Safety Officers and field leadership
• Hold teams accountable to safety expectations while maintaining respect and credibility
• Partner with operations to ensure safety and production are aligned
• Influence decision-making at both field and leadership levels

Training & Communication

• Develop and deliver safety training, orientations, and leadership coaching
• Ensure all employees understand hazards, expectations, and responsibilities
• Communicate safety updates, lessons learned, and best practices

Incident Management & Compliance

• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Oversee OSHA reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure all safety documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready

Operational Integration

• Partner with project teams during planning to identify and mitigate risks early
• Support jobsite execution by removing safety-related constraints
• Ensure safety is embedded into daily operations—not treated as a separate function

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in construction safety with field leadership responsibility
• Proven ability to build and implement safety programs and processes
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and compliance requirements
• Hands-on experience in civil construction, earthwork, or heavy equipment environments
• Ability to lead in the field while managing broader safety strategy

Required Certifications

• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
• OSHA 510

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing safety across multiple active job sites
• Strong background in incident investigation and root cause analysis
• First Aid / CPR certification
• ASP or CSP certification is a plus