Mgr Construction Safety

Williams; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave & fertility support

Tuition reimbursement and education

Employee stock purchase plan

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

Williams is seeking a Manager, Construction Safety in Tulsa to serve as the safety voice on major capital projects. You will lead a team, shape safety programs, and ensure safety is integrated from planning through asset turnover.

You will collaborate with Project Execution, Supply Chain, and Field Health & Safety to drive continuous improvement and accountability across projects, with travel 20–30% and a strong focus on developing safety professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field required.
• Seven (7) years of experience in construction, project execution, project management, health and safety, or related field required.
• Preferred: Four (4) years or more of formal people leadership experience, including coaching, development, and performance management.
• Preferred: One or more professional safety certifications such as CSP, ASP, SMP, CHST, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Partners early with Project Execution to evaluate prospective contractors' safety programs and requirements.
• Leads and develops a team of Construction Safety professionals through coaching and performance management.
• Establishes risk-based safety strategies aligned with project complexity and contractor performance.
• Serves as the single point of accountability for construction safety across the project lifecycle.
• Partners with Supply Chain to manage safety providers and coverage.
• Monitors contractor safety performance and uses data to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with Field Health & Safety and Operations to allocate safety resources.
• Travel required approximately 20-30% of the time.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Team coaching

Strategic safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Safety

Safety certifications (CSP/ASP/SMP/CHST) or equivalent

Job description

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day. Do something that means something at Williams. This isn’t just a job. It’s an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours. As the Manager, Construction Safety, you'll set the standard for how Williams builds safely. You'll be the trusted safety voice on our major capital projects, shaping how work gets done from the first planning conversation to the day new assets come online. In this highly visible leadership role, you'll guide a talented team, influence decisions at every level, and turn safety from a requirement into a shared commitment. If you're driven to make an impact and build a culture where every crew goes home safe, this is your opportunity to lead the way.

Responsibilities/Expectations

• Partners early with Project Execution to evaluate prospective contractors' safety programs, culture, performance history, and capabilities, and recommends bid and contract safety requirements
• Leads and develops a team of Construction Safety professionals through coaching, resource allocation, and performance management
• Establishes risk-based safety strategies that align oversight and resources with project complexity, contractor performance, and evolving risks
• Serves as the single point of accountability for construction safety across the project lifecycle, aligning safety expectations with project teams and contractors
• Partners with Supply Chain to manage preferred third‑party safety providers, ensuring qualified and cost‑effective coverage
• Monitors contractor safety performance and compliance using performance data, field feedback, and incident findings to drive continuous improvement
• Collaborates with Field Health & Safety and Operations to assign long‑term safety resources early and ensure a seamless handoff to operations
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field required and seven (7) years of experience in construction, project execution, project management, health and safety, or a related field
• Preferred: Four (4) years or more of formal people leadership experience, including coaching, development, and performance management
• Preferred: One or more professional safety certifications, such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Safety Management Professional (SMP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or an equivalent industry-recognized certification

Other Requirements

• Proven leader in developing safety professionals and third‑party safety resources, with experience managing safety initiatives in industrial or construction environments
• Highly skilled at building partnerships and influencing decisions across Project Execution, Operations, Supply Chain, Health & Safety, and contractors
• Seasoned in contractor safety management, including prequalification, bid evaluation, selection, performance assessment, and corrective action, and in evaluating contractor safety programs, workforce capabilities, culture, and risk profiles
• Accomplished at assessing project risks and executing risk‑based safety strategies, staffing plans, and resource deployment
• Well‑versed in safety regulations and best practices for large industrial projects, including managing risks through construction, commissioning, startup, and transition to operations
• Demonstrated strength in analysis, communication, organization, and problem‑solving, with the ability to present recommendations at all levels and use digital tools to drive continuous improvement
• Travel required approximately 20-30% of the time

Why Tulsa?

Because here, you don’t have to choose between career and lifestyle. Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and a cost of living that actually lets you enjoy it all. Think shorter commutes, bigger impact and a community that feels like home from day one. Check out ExperienceTulsa.com to learn more.

Our Total Rewards

We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day‑to‑day, not just on paper. Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.

Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• 401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
• Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
• Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
• Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• HSA and FSA options
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Domestic partner benefits
• Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time. For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy? As the world demands reliable, low‑cost, low‑carbon energy, Williams will be there. We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity. We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include:

• Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits
• Growth and development opportunities
• An inclusive culture where you can be yourself
• Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live

We’re proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen.