Safety Manager (Mission Critical)

About the Role

The Safety Professional serves in a dual role: initially operating in a consultative capacity by providing expert support, guidance, and motivation to operations management and employees at all levels. Additionally, the Safety Professional is expected to be a “hands-on” partner in delivering various safety initiatives and programs to develop a safety culture supporting the goal of Incident and Injury Free (“Nobody Gets Hurt”) in all work performed by Aldridge.

Your role will be to champion the Incident & Injury Free culture, lead and coordinate safety initiatives and related programs for a geographic region, and drive communication, planning, implementation, supervision, and measurement in compliance with corporate safety standards, OSHA, and other federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Promote and steward the organization’s Incident and Injury Free (IIF) and Core Values.
• Provide Operations Management with effective safety coaching, counseling, and advice to ensure a safe and efficient work environment for all employees, customers, and the public.
• Assist Talent Management in ensuring specific safety training is conducted based on the scope of work as it relates to transportation operations management.
• Act as a “safety” motivator for management and employees, ensuring safety remains an active part of the work culture.
• Provide “safety” subject matter expertise to implement the most relevant and effective internal and external safety practices.
• Review each Subcontractor’s Safety Program to ensure it meets or exceeds the Project Safety Program requirements.
• Conduct mini-gap analyses on current safety policies, procedures, and standards, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Conduct site visits to monitor and assess the execution of the Aldridge Safety Management System.
• Assist in preparation for monthly Craft Voice In Safety (CVIS) meetings and drive continuous improvement within the corrective actions process.
• Participate, facilitate, and review all Root Cause Analysis in accordance with the Aldridge Incident Investigation Policy, and verify corrective actions are implemented and sustained in the field.
• Support Project Teams by participating in Project Kick-Off Meetings and working with them to develop a safe plan of execution.
• Assign and communicate expectations for all aspects of the safety program so that all project employees have clear expectations for safety and performance.
• Proactively identify and schedule any needed training, ensuring toolbox talk topics are carefully selected and applicable to the work.
• Verify that all safety documentation is captured, organized, and filed at the jobsite.
• Travel to multiple projects throughout your region to provide support to Operations.
• Implement Safety Systems and Processes for new project start-ups.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in an Occupational Safety and Health discipline (e.g., OS&H Management, Human Factors, Construction) from a four-year college or university.
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ direct experience in Construction Safety and Occupational Health disciplines.
• Willingness to travel.
• Must hold a Professional Certificate (CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, or CUSP).
• Ability to identify potential safety hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Strong management, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• People-oriented personality and aptitude to “sell” safety programs to field personnel.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal, and OSHA requirements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies and effectively communicate solutions.
• Strong work ethic—willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Working knowledge of computers and experience in Microsoft Office Suite 2010 (e.g., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).

About Aldridge

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family. Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference.

Pay

The annual base pay for this role is between $90,000 - $135,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)