Safety Manager

Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and established in 1991 on a foundation of grit and long-lasting relationships. The company serves a wide scale of markets with its all-in-one construction solutions including: Building (Commercial), Heavy Civil, Preconstruction, Landscape and Building Information Modeling. Haydon’s unique full-service structure for all major scopes of work enables clients to receive detailed expertise during preconstruction, minimized schedule risk during construction and the best overall value on projects. Haydon offers a full suite of premier modern construction solutions. This includes Earthscapes, a full-service landscaping division, Origin, a modeling and design subsidiary, Desert Infrastructure Services, a manhole rehabilitation services subsidiary, and Omni Electric, an electrical and communication infrastructure construction services company. Whether it’s the roads we drive on or the buildings we work, shop, learn, play and receive care in, Haydon is the one contractor that serves the entire spectrum of the construction industry – and it does so with heart. The company employs quality, passionate people, innovative technology, an open mind and a can-do attitude to construct projects that serve our entire community. For more information, please visit haydon.com.

Position Overview

The Safety Manager serves as the senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) professional for assigned construction projects, business units, or operational areas. Depending on business needs, this position may be dedicated to a single large or complex project or support multiple projects across a geographic region. The Safety Manager partners with Operations leadership to proactively identify and manage risk, ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen the Company's safety culture, and improve overall project safety performance. This position also provides guidance and mentorship to less experienced Safety team members and may assume supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Department Overview

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Department partners with Operations and project teams to protect employees, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote safe and environmentally responsible construction practices. The department supports Building, Heavy Civil, and specialty construction operations through training, field support, compliance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Operational Safety Leadership: Serve as the senior EHS representative for assigned projects or operational areas; partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Operations leadership to integrate safety into project planning and execution; support complex or high-risk construction activities by identifying hazards and developing practical risk mitigation strategies; promote a culture of accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement across assigned projects.
• Team Development & Collaboration: Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Safety Coordinators and Safety Specialists; support onboarding and development of new Safety personnel; promote consistency in EHS practices across assigned projects; may provide functional leadership or direct supervision of Safety personnel as assigned.
• Incident Investigation & Continuous Improvement: Ensure investigations are completed timely, consistently, and in accordance with Company standards; provide oversight and guidance for complex investigations and corrective action plans; develop and communicate Lessons Learned to improve organizational performance.
• Leadership: Build trusted partnerships with Operations and project leadership; influence safe behaviors through coaching, collaboration, and accountability; mentor and develop less experienced Safety professionals; foster consistency in EHS practices across assigned projects; may provide formal supervision of Safety personnel as assigned.
• Strategic Support: Support company-wide EHS initiatives and continuous improvement projects; analyze safety metrics and recommend performance improvements; participate in cross-functional committees and special projects.
• Decision-Making Authority: Exercises independent judgment in evaluating complex safety issues, interpreting regulations, leading incident investigations, and recommending corrective actions; has authority to stop work involving imminent danger and serves as a technical advisor to Operations and Safety leadership.

Minimum Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of construction and safety experience
• 7+ years of progressively responsible construction safety experience
• Demonstrated experience independently managing safety performance for large, complex, or multiple construction projects
• Strong communication, coaching, and presentation skills
• Excellent organizational and analytical abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently

Certifications

• Required: Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Required: OSHA 30 Hour Construction
• Required: CPR/First Aid certification
• Preferred: CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
• Preferred: CSP, or actively pursuing
• Preferred: OSHA 500
• Preferred: Multiple Competent Person certifications

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Primarily field-based with frequent travel to active construction projects. Regular walking on uneven terrain, climbing ladders and stairs, and navigating active construction sites. Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and occasional lifting up to 40 pounds. Exposure to varying weather conditions, construction equipment, noise, dust, and other jobsite hazards. Required use of appropriate PPE while on project sites. Occasional evening, weekend, or extended hours may be necessary to support project schedules or incident response.

Benefits

• Health Options Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Infertility Treatment Coverage
• Worklife Balance
• Professional Development
• Teamwork / Camaraderie
• Retirement Planning