Construction Safety Manager

About the role

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing Braconier’s Health & Safety (EHS) programs across plumbing and mechanical construction work. This role ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations, drives incident prevention, and promotes a proactive safety culture on active job sites and among employees and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Braconier’s EHS program for plumbing and mechanical construction projects, including existing facility (retrofit) work and ground-up projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal/state requirements, as well as company safety standards and project requirements.
• Visit job sites and provide hands-on leadership through:
• Safety walkthroughs/inspections and documented observations
• Pre-task planning support (job hazard analysis / safety planning)
• Coaching and corrective action to drive sustained improvements
• Lead incident/near-miss response:
• Oversee investigations and root-cause analysis
• Develop corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Track closure and effectiveness
• Support safe work execution for common field activities, including (as applicable):
• Working at heights / fall protection
• Ladders and scaffolding safety
• Hot work and cutting/grinding/welding
• Confined space awareness/entry coordination (if applicable)
• Electrical hazards awareness (including energized work precautions when relevant)
• Rigging and material handling
• Trenching/excavation coordination (if applicable)
• Lockout/Tagout coordination and permit processes (as applicable)
• Perform safety orientation and training for new employees, current employees, contractors, subcontractors, and ensure up to date required competency and documentation.
• Manage safety communications and documentation, including safety meeting cadence, audit reports, training records, and program updates.
• Review and support critical pre-job documentation (e.g., JHAs, THA’s, permits, lift plans, hot work permits, plans for specialty work).
• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Estimators to integrate safety into job planning and execution (sequencing, manpower planning, and risk controls).
• Maintain safety metrics and reporting, and present performance trends to leadership.
• Cook with customers, building owners, and general contractors to meet site-specific safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• OHSA 30
• 5–10 years of progressive safety/ EHS experience in a commercial/ industrial construction environment, with demonstrated understanding of the mechanical construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety expectations and practical application on construction sites.
• Proven experience conducting investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in the field: coaching, influencing behavior, and driving accountability.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to job sites throughout the Denver/Colorado area as needed and to work in active construction environments.
• Must be a United States Citizen.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Must be able to pass federal background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant safety credentials/designations (e.g., OSHA Authorized Trainer, CHST/CSP/STSC, or equivalent—where applicable).
• Experience working on multi-trade and existing facility job sites (occupied buildings, live systems, complex access conditions).
• Familiarity with safety management system frameworks.

Benefits

• Full Medical paid by Braconier
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• 6 Paid Holidays
• 15 Days Paid Vacation
• Furthering Education
• Company Vehicle/Fuel Card
• Company Cell Phone/Computer
• Eligible for discretionary bonus

Job Information

• Job Category: EHS jobs - Rocky Mountains
• Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 Per Year
• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Experience: 5 - 10 years
• Position Type: Full Time
• Industry Segments: Construction / Architecture