On-Site Safety Manager, Waterworks Projects

Webber Waterworks; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Webber Waterworks, a Ferrovial Construction subsidiary, seeks a dynamic Safety Manager to lead safety on projects and drive a culture of continuous improvement. The role office-on-site role emphasizes compliance with company policies and federal/state guidelines to protect workers and project success.

The candidate will mentor field teams, enforce health standards, and coordinate with owners and subcontractors to minimize risk and ensure safe delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in managing construction safety.
• Ability to communicate in English (verbal and written).
• Spanish (read, write, and speak) is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a 'Safety First' attitude throughout the project with all levels of management and operations.
• Ensure corporate and project-specific safety and health policies as well as federal (OSHA), state and local safety standards are communicated and followed.
• Work closely with field supervision to plan more complex safety aspects of the project construction including critical lifts, traffic control, work plans, etc.
• Supervise, manage, and direct the selection, training, development, and appraisal of project safety.
• Develop and maintain a working relationship with the owner or the owner's representative, Webber personnel, and public entities.
• Read, understand, and plan according to the work specifications and contract responsibilities.
• Anticipate project conflicts, communicate preventative action plans, and implement solutions to avoid issues.
• Understand and plan work according to project plans.
• Oversight of Subcontractors.
• Monitor and report safety incidents and reports.
• Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Other unlisted duties will be assigned.

Skills

Construction safety management

Education

CSHO or CSHT certification

Job description

Webber Waterworks, a Ferrovial Construction subsidiary, seeks a dynamic Safety Manager to lead safety on projects and drive a culture of continuous improvement. The role office-on-site role emphasizes compliance with company policies and federal/state guidelines to protect workers and project success.

The candidate will mentor field teams, enforce health standards, and coordinate with owners and subcontractors to minimize risk and ensure safe delivery of complex infrastructure projects.