JR136 Safety Manager

Rycon Construction is an employee-owned company (ESOP) that provides construction management, general contracting, design-build, and program management services nationwide. An ENR Top 400 Contractor, ENR Top 100 Green Contractor, and BD+C Top 150 Contractor with nine offices, Rycon specializes in new construction, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. From large-scale developments to small, fast-track interior fit-outs, Rycon delivers a comprehensive range of services across aviation, healthcare, higher education, industrial/warehouse, commercial, multi-unit residential, student housing, food service/dining, data centers/mission critical, retail, financial, self-storage, government/municipality, and LEED facilities. The company also operates an in-house Architectural Finishes & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships and installs nationally.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager in our Dallas office to partner with operational and executive leadership, strengthen safety culture, and ensure compliance across multiple project sites.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational and executive leadership to strengthen and promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
• Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
• Lead accident and incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific safety plans, site logistics plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, training programs, and ongoing safety education for employees and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with Operations, Estimating, and Preconstruction teams on project safety planning, site-specific risks, and constructability review.
• Participate in project meetings and provide safety leadership throughout all phases of construction.
• Monitor and enforce subcontractor compliance with company safety requirements, site-specific safety plans, and OSHA standards.
• Maintain safety documentation, reports, audits, training records, and regulatory compliance records.
• Develop and implement new safety initiatives, programs, and best practices to continuously improve overall safety performance.
• Track safety metrics, analyze trends, and provide recommendations to leadership for improvement opportunities.
• Serve as the primary safety resource and advisor for project teams throughout the Dallas region.
• Support multiple project sites through regular local travel and field presence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of construction safety experience, preferably within commercial construction environments.
• Direct experience supporting Data Center and Mission Critical construction projects.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, construction safety practices, and risk management principles.
• Experience conducting safety audits, incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage employees, subcontractors, and leadership in maintaining a strong safety culture.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to conduct presentations and safety training.
• Ability to manage multiple project sites and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software platforms.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Advancement opportunities

Qualified candidates will be required to submit a background screening upon acceptance of an offer.