Job Description

Safety Manager

A well-established and growing construction company in San Antonio is seeking an experienced, hands-on Safety Manager to take ownership of its safety program and champion a proactive, zero-incident culture. This is a standalone leadership position with high visibility, responsible for leading all aspects of compliance, risk management, and safety training across multiple job sites and the corporate office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and continually improve the company’s safety programs to meet and exceed OSHA 1926 compliance requirements.
• Conduct regular site audits, field inspections, and hazard assessments, with a focus on trenching, excavation, and other high-risk activities .
• Lead engaging safety orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized training programs tailored to project-specific hazards.
• Investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions, documenting root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims from incident reporting through return-to-work coordination.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation including OSHA 300 logs, inspection reports, and training records using platforms like Safety HQ, Samba Safety, or equivalent systems.
• Partner with project managers, foremen, and executive leadership to embed safety accountability into daily operations.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory updates, and emerging best practices to keep the company ahead of compliance requirements.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in commercial or heavy civil construction .
• Proven expertise in trenching and excavation safety .
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA 1926 regulations; ability to act as the sole safety authority for the organization.
• Professional safety certifications preferred (OSHA 30, OSHA 500/510, First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER).
• Proficient with safety management platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) for effective communication with a diverse workforce.

Other Details:

• Full-time, San Antonio-based position with daily travel to active construction sites.
• Must be comfortable working in varying weather conditions and high-activity environments.
• Competitive compensation package, vehicle allowance, and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, PTO, and more).

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