Regional Safety Manager
Right Traffic · Albuquerque, NM · Today
ManagementFull-time
About the role
Right Traffic, LLC. is a leader in the traffic control industry and the fastest-growing national provider of temporary traffic management services. Our mission is to improve roadway safety across North America through innovation, integrity, and operational excellence. Join a company where safety isn’t just a department—it’s our foundation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and support a team of Safety Officer and field safety personnel.
- Conduct nationwide audits, field inspections, and incident investigations to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and MUTCD standards.
- Develop and implement health and safety policies, training programs, SOPs, and corrective action processes.
- Conduct field visits, risk assessments, and planned/unplanned safety observations.
- Work closely with operations leadership to build and maintain a strong, proactive safety culture.
- Manage incident response, including root cause analysis, injury follow-up, and return-to-work coordination.
- Serve as the company’s safety representative in external regulatory and client-facing meetings.
- Support operational readiness for new regions and high-priority projects with safety startup plans.
- Travel up to 60% of the time, including extended visits to West Coast regions one week per month.
Qualifications
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of OH&S experience in construction, highway, utilities, or traffic control.
- At least 3 years of leadership or managerial experience in a multi-site or national capacity.
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA, MUTCD, DOT, and EPA standards.
- Strong communication, team leadership, and field coaching abilities.
- Skilled in using Microsoft Office 365 and safety data platforms.
- Able to travel regularly and work in outdoor environments and active work zones.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License and clean driving record.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance