JR177 Safety Manager

About the role

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 is equipped to deliver a comprehensive range of services across all project types. Rycon’s portfolio includes projects in 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. We have an in-house Architectural Finishes & Specialty Fabrication Division that ships/installs nationally.

This position is fully onsite and based out of the Dallas office (Herefore).

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 insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• 401(k) plan
• Advancement opportunities

Schedule

Fully onsite position based out of the Dallas office (Herefore). Regular local travel to multiple project sites required.