Job Description

Safety Construction Manager

Location: Martinez, CA (Permanent, Onsite)
Travel: 50% (Southern California and out-of-state)

Pay: Starting $100k/yr. with flexibility

We are seeking a skilled Safety Construction Manager for a permanent, full-time role based in Martinez, CA. This position involves significant travel (approximately 50%) to project sites in Southern California and out-of-state locations. We are looking for a proactive safety leader with strong construction experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce safety policies, procedures, and programs in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (including OSHA 1926 for construction).
• Conduct job site audits and inspections for structural and light gauge steel projects to identify hazards and ensure safe practices.
• Lead safety training programs (e.g., fall protection, steel erection, hot work, confined space) for field crews and shop personnel.
• Maintain all safety documentation, including incident reports, training logs, and inspection records.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, prepare detailed reports, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to ensure safety is integrated into project planning and execution.
• Maintain and manage site-specific safety plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Pre-Task Planning documentation.
• Monitor and enforce PPE requirements, fall protection systems, equipment certifications, and other site safety controls.
• Stay current with industry trends, new safety regulations, and best practices in steel construction safety.
• Communicate effectively with clients, regulatory agencies, and company leadership regarding safety performance and compliance.
• Support the company's goal of achieving zero incidents and maintaining a culture of safety-first across all operations.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Experience:

• 5+ years of safety management experience in the construction industry, with at least 2 years in structural and/or light gauge steel projects.
• Strong knowledge of steel erection safety standards, including Subpart R of OSHA.
• Bilingual in English & Spanish
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, For subcontractor, Local area,

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