Mining Construction Safety Manager

WSP Global Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Mining Construction Safety Manager for a full-time onsite position. The role can be based anywhere in the United States with preference for Nevada, Utah, Alaska or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for non-local candidates.

The job leads development and implementation of safety programs, audits, and training, with emphasis on hazard identification, risk mitigation and incident prevention across active mining sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent safety experience required and MSHA certification is required.
• 10+ years of hands-on safety management experience in active mining settings.
• Strong knowledge of mining safety regulations, planning, and risk assessment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors and end-users and to walk active sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of project safety programs, controls and health initiatives across project sites.
• Review and oversee contractor health and safety plans and procedures and support pre-qualification processes.
• Ensure emergency preparedness and health programs, including public health considerations.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits; implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Deliver training on health and safety protocols, emergency response, and PPE use.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; document findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Collect, analyze health and safety data; prepare management reports on performance and trends.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to WSP’s mining EPCM practice growth.
• Adhere to Code of Conduct and company policies; exercise responsible decision-making of resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Decision Making

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Health and Safety, or related field

MSHA certification

Equivalent construction and safety experience may be considered

Job description

WSP is seeking a Mining Construction Safety Manager (full-time onsite position can be based anywhere in the United States with preference in Nevada, Utah, Alaska, or near major mining projects. Travel per diem is available for those not local to the projects.)

The full-time Construction Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining project safety programs to ensure all construction activities are performed in compliance with applicable regulations, company requirements, and project-specific safety standards. The role provides leadership, oversight, and coaching to project personnel and contractors, promoting a proactive safety culture focused on hazard identification, risk mitigation, and incident prevention.

Your Impact

• Lead the development and implementation of project safety programs, controls, and health initiatives that comply with all local, regional, legislative and client regulations and standards across the project site.
• Review and oversee contractors’ environmental, health, and safety plans and procedures, supporting contractor pre-qualification and selection processes, and ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards, rules, and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure the preparation and maintenance of project emergency response and preparedness plans, as well as comprehensive health programs that consider public impacts and assessments.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and safety audits to identify potential hazards in the workplace and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Lead the delivery of training programs for company/project employees on health and safety protocols, emergency response procedures, project specific requirements and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses, as per company workplace incident policy and procedure. Document findings and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve safety measures.
• Collect and analyze health and safety data, preparing reports for management that highlight performance metrics, trends, and areas for improvement.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to the growth of WSP’s mining EPCM practice.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Health and Safety, or related field.
  • Equivalent construction and safety experience may be considered.
• 10+ years of relevant hands‑on safety management experience in active mining settings, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked across process, open pit, and underground mine development projects.
• Experience in large-scale heavy civil construction, process facilities, and/or mining infrastructure, such as haul roads, underground access (declines, shafts, drifts), waste rock facilities, tailings systems, and associated support facilities and related environmental controls.
• Experience performing risk assessments and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Commitment to safety. MSHA certification is required, while other certifications (CMSP, CSP, CSMC, CIH, etc.) and OSHA 30-hour are preferred. MSHA Authorized Trainer is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction and mine safety regulations, planning, and risks.
• Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, conflict resolution and decision‑making skills with good working computer capabilities in MS Office products.
• Ability to liaise between designers, owners, contractors, and end‑users.
• Able to walk distances on uneven sites, climb small ladders, and work in an active construction environment both above and underground.
• Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.