Field Safety Manager

Mcaninch Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

100% paid benefits

401(k) with 3% match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Job summary

A leader in the grading and utility industry is seeking a Safety Manager in Des Moines, Iowa. The role involves ensuring safety compliance on job sites, developing safety policies, and training employees. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and ideally hold a Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management. Benefits include a company vehicle, fully paid insurance premiums, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Travel across Iowa and Eastern Nebraska may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of safety-related experience in construction.
• CHST certification required within 12 months.
• Proficient in writing reports and developing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety policies compliant with OSHA and MSHA.
• Conduct safety training for employees.
• Lead incident investigations and prepare reports.

Skills

Excavation Safety

OSHA/MSHA knowledge

First Aid/CPR

Strong communication skills

Safety training experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry. We are an employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 8 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide mass grading, underground wet and dry utilities, excavation, and backfill services for residential and industrial construction projects in Iowa and Eastern Nebraska.

Position Description:

Our team of Safety Managers work with foremen, superintendents and project managers to ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures. Managers maintain a visible presence on job sites and communicate with employees throughout the day by addressing safety inquiries, checking employee PPE, and completing incident investigations. They assist in the achievement of profitability and productivity goals. Safety Managers report to the Safety Director.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Project Safety Managers typically work 50-55 hours per week. This position requires travel across Iowa and Eastern Nebraska with occasional overnights (less than 20%).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop, plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
• Maintain a visible presence in the field by visiting job sites and attending daily Pre-task Plan (PTP) discussions. Present relevant safety topics, updates, and best practices to promote awareness and reinforce safe work habits.
• Lead incident and “Good Catch” investigations and prepare detailed reports identifying root causes, contributing factors, and corrective actions.
• Advise Safety Director on safety compliance concerns, opportunities for improvement, and recommends preventative actions.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training for employees on worksite safety best practices and procedures.
• Assist in the development, evaluation and upgrading of safety programs.
• Oversee inspection of job sites, equipment, and vehicles to ensure safe working conditions.
• Maintain safety files and records.
• Perform safety surveys and inspections. Ensure employees are properly trained, fitted, and equipped with required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Accompany personnel to job sites to perform drug tests.
• Perform other administrative duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years safety-related experience with Excavation Safety, OSHA/MSHA, First Aid/CPR, and/or Confined Spaces in the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.
• CHST required within 12 months of hire if not already obtained.
• Strong computer and communication skills with proven ability to write detailed reports, develop procedures, and document investigations.
• Experience delivering safety training and presentations to small groups and able to effectively answer questions from employees, managers, and clients (including during Pre-Task Planning sessions).
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be available to travel overnight as needed (typically less than 20%).
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays (on-call as needed depending on project demands).

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily sedentary work, requiring the ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors and stand/walk on uneven terrain.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching within an office environment.
• Ability to lift and carry light objects, typically up to 10 lbs.

Compensation:

• Salary based on experience.
• Company vehicle provided.
• 100% paid benefits, including health/dental/vision insurance premiums, life insurance, LTD/STD and cancer insurance.
• 401(k) with 3% company match and profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that awards shares in McAninch Corporation
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.