Senior Manager, Safety

About the role

Bowman has an opportunity for a Senior Manager, Safety to join our team in Remote. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Receive broad guidance from senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters and general parameters for execution.
• Manage people and processes to ensure effective execution.
• Review work produced by staff for quality assurance.
• Oversee day-to-day safety operations by conducting on-site safety evaluations (i.e., office and field) that emphasize our cultural values of safety and well-being, while coaching employees when safety issues are observed in a positive and productive manner.
• Conduct on-site safety training programs that ensure a safe workplace for all employees at branch offices and field operations, including weekly calls, lunch and learns, and onsite compliance training, as required.
• Assists with the development and implementation of overall safety policies and procedures in line with regulatory requirements and institutional policies at local operations.
• Work closely with the operations group to ensure all activities are performed in a safe manner in compliance with applicable company policies and regulatory considerations.
• Interact with Branch Management team to support the safety efforts of the branch (i.e., office safety, emergency action planning, etc.).
• Assist the Safety Director in the development of safety training programs, and best operating procedures for all levels of employees.
• Provide environmental, health, and safety expertise to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Create functional strategies and specific objectives to address risk, health, and safety issues identified during on-site visits.
• Remain cognizant of changing safety rules and regulations of government and updates company programs accordingly.
• Author communications about site evaluations, branch interactions, and safety issues observed for regional distribution.
• Work closely with Director of Safety & Compliance to address and resolve significant issues.
• Participate on Safety Council as an active member to provide insight about on-site observations, safety violations and positive coaching opportunities.
• Ensures the company adheres to all relevant federal, state, and local safety regulations, such as those from DOT, FMCSA, FAA and OSHA, and customer requirements.
• Aids the Integration Team to integrate newly acquired companies into Bowman’s culture of safety.
• Develops and maintains emergency response plans and procedures to prepare employees for unforeseen events.
• Investigates accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes, compiling reports and recommending preventative measures.
• Maintains safety metrics and identifies trends for continuous improvement.
• Helps gather safety documentation, such as inspection sheets, training records, and incident reports.
• Works closely with operational teams, leadership, and employees to promote safety awareness and implement safety initiatives.
• Collaborates with Director of Safety Strategy & Compliance to align field practices with company policies.
• Promotes a positive safety culture and employee engagement at all levels.

Qualifications

• Seven or more (7+) years of experience in providing services that support the construction, mining, energy, and transmission pipeline industries.
• Knowledge of OSHA, MSHA and DOT regulations.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft suite.
• Ability to travel throughout the United States and be able to be “on call” 24/7 for emergencies.

Benefits

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $121,707 - $158,219 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401(k) retirement savings plan with company matchPaid time off, sick leave, and paid holidaysTuition reimbursement and professional development supportDiscretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentivesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.