Safety Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage and enforce company-wide Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs to ensure consistent standards across all projects.
• Conduct regular jobsite audits, inspections, and safety assessments to identify hazards and verify compliance with safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations on all assigned projects.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions as needed.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs, including toolbox talks and orientation sessions for employees and subcontractors.
• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors to proactively identify and mitigate project risks before and during construction.
• Track safety metrics, maintain accurate safety records, and prepare compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist project teams with developing and reviewing Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and site-specific safety plans.
• Cook back-to-work processes and workers' compensation activities when necessary, ensuring timely and safe reintegration of employees.
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety ownership, and continuous improvement across all projects and teams.
• Participate in preconstruction planning meetings to identify potential safety challenges and requirements before project startup.
• Cook safety management software and related tools to document inspections, track incidents, and monitor corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of construction safety experience with a General Contractor.
• Strong understanding of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations and their application on construction sites.
• Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, education, or public works construction projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to present safety information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with both field and office personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Northern California.
• Demonstrated experience in safety management, including safety training and OSHA-related compliance.

Qualifications

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification.
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification.
• Experience managing safety programs on projects valued between $20M and $150M or more.
• Experience developing and delivering structured safety training programs.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ability to use safety-specific tools and systems to track metrics, manage documentation, and support reporting.

Skills

• Strong understanding of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations and their application on construction sites.
• Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, education, or public works construction projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to present safety information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with both field and office personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites throughout Northern California.
• Demonstrated experience in safety management, including safety training and OSHA-related compliance.
• Strong analytical skills for conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ability to use safety-specific tools and systems to track metrics, manage documentation, and support reporting.

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Performance Bonus Opportunities
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
PTO and Paid Holidays
Professional Development and Certification Support
Opportunity to help shape and lead the safety culture of a growing construction organization.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/yr.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.