Safety Manager

About the role

GCON is seeking a Safety Manager with a background in ground‑up commercial and high‑tech/mission‑critical construction operations. The position is onsite at a single location, supporting a people‑focused company where teamwork, trust, and care guide operational achievement. GCON Inc. is headquartered in Phoenix, AZ with permanent teams in Hillsboro, OR; Rio Rancho, NM; and Santa Clara, CA. The company emphasizes career development, leadership training (LEADERS program), and a diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging culture aligned with its core values of Unconventional Thinking, Value Delivery, Set a New Standard, Continuous Improvement, and Stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Safety Culture – develop and implement proactive safety strategies.
• Risk Management – identify and mitigate hazardous conditions.
• Compliance & Inspections – ensure OSHA & EH&S compliance through regular audits.
• Incident Investigation – analyze incidents and recommend preventive measures.
• Training & Development – conduct safety training for employees and leadership teams.
• Collaboration & Communication – partner with project teams and regulatory agencies.
• Team Leadership – lead and inspire a team of safety specialists, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve measurable safety results across all job sites.
• Leadership Reporting – keep owners informed of safety initiatives, program performance, and areas for improvement to support continuous improvement and company‑wide safety goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EH&S, Safety Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years in safety or field operations management, with 5+ years in leadership within a structured safety program.
• CSP, ASP, or CHST certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and construction safety regulations.
• OSHA 10/30, Dust Control 310, First Aid – required.
• OSHA 500 – preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.
• Ability to learn and train with technology platforms and software.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of a jobsite in all weather conditions, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Combination of standing, walking, and sitting throughout the workday.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Constant use of hands/fingers for mouse, keyboard, and computer operation.
• Visual acuity in near, mid, and far range; color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and hand/eye coordination.
• Hearing sufficient for conversational levels in person, over the telephone, radio, and to hear equipment alarms.
• Ability to speak clearly in person, in front of groups, and over telephone/radio.
• Lift/carry up to 40 lb.
• Minimal bending/twisting.
• Minimal kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• May require travel.
• Exposure to typical construction site hazards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 100% employee medical/dental premium coverage (generous family coverage with three plan options).
• Immediate employer 401(k) contribution regardless of employee participation.
• Potential annual profit‑sharing bonus.
• Employee rewards program to redeem for gift cards or contribute to a cause of your choosing.
• Tuition reimbursement for pursuits outside the position.
• Sponsorship for continuing education for career pursuits.
• 40 hours of volunteer time off (VTO) in addition to PTO.
• Employee boot voucher program.
• Access to StrongerWork optimal mental health services.