Site Safety Manager

About the role

The Site Safety Supervisor position is a Full-Time position servicing the San Diego, Imperial, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties. In this role, you will oversee workplace safety and environmental compliance across our mechanical construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily walkthroughs of project sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Lead "Toolbox Talks," safety orientations for new hires, and specialized training sessions on fall protection, lockout/tagout, and confined space entry.
• Perform thorough root-cause analyses for any near-misses or accidents, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain all required safety logs, permits, and OSHA 300 logs.
• Review subcontractor safety plans to ensure they align with company standards.
• Maintain onsite first aid stations and AEDs, and serve as the lead for initial medical assessments of minor injuries to determine the necessary level of care.
• Monitor job site environments for exposure to silica dust, noise levels, and chemical hazards, ensuring proper mitigation and PPE usage.
• Perform Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and Pre-Task Plans (PTP) alongside foremen to identify and mitigate risks before work begins each day.
• Administer safety incentive programs and recognition initiatives to encourage proactive hazard reporting and a "zero-incident" mindset among the crew.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by management to support the evolving needs of the project and company.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities; focuses on site-level management and active coordination with field members to maintain safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent field experience).
• 3–5 years of safety experience in the construction industry, ideally within mechanical, electrical, or plumbing (MEP) trades.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction required; CSP (Certified Safety Professional) CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) preferred.
• Deep understanding of Title 8 (Cal/OSHA) and federal OSHA standards.

Compensation

Wage: $24.04 - $38.46/hr (depending on experience). This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Reasoning Ability

Strong analytical skills are needed to identify potential hazards and determine the root causes of any site incidents. The supervisor must use sound judgment to make quick decisions, including the authority to stop work if they identify an immediate risk. They must be able to interpret various safety rules and apply them logically to a fast-paced construction environment.

About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Eligible for employer-provided Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Coverage, with option to purchase additional coverage per plan terms.
• Time Off: Vacation is 80 hrs/yr during your first 5 years, then 120 hrs/yr. Unused vacation rolls over up to 80 hrs (years 1–5) and 120 hrs (year 6+). Accrues each pay period, and unused accrued vacation time is paid out at separation per CA law. This is separate from CA sick leave; company holidays per policy.
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasoning Ability

Strong analytical skills are needed to identify potential hazards and determine the root causes of any site incidents. The supervisor must use sound judgment to make quick decisions, including the authority to stop work if they identify an immediate risk. They must be able to interpret various safety rules and apply them logically to a fast-paced construction environment.