Regional Safety Manager, West

Atwell, LLC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Annual bonuses

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Wellness reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Atwell, LLC seeks a Regional Safety Manager to supervise safety across the Western United States, focusing on field operations and 200 field staff. You will visit project sites, conduct audits, review safe work plans, and lead investigations while partnering with operations to embed safety into planning and execution.

The role requires up to 90% travel, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to navigate active job sites.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant safety experience in field operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, OSH, EH&S or related field preferred.
• Experience across multiple active job sites.
• Experience with safety audits, training, investigations, hazards, and field programs.
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• OSHA 30, CHST or related credential preferred; willingness to pursue credentials.
• Experience in utilities or electric infrastructure is highly valued.
• Strong communication and field credibility.
• Able to travel up to 90% and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety oversight for field employees across a geographic region.
• Regularly visit project sites and field crews to maintain safety presence.
• Conduct safety audits of personnel, equipment, sites and work practices.
• Review safe work plans and identify/mitigate hazards.
• Prepare and deliver safety training for employees and subcontractors.
• Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT-PHMSA, MSHA and other requirements.
• Lead incident/injury investigations and follow up corrective actions.
• Partner with operational leaders to integrate safety into planning.
• Complete JHAs, Safe Work Permits and related safety docs.
• Promote use of Atwell safety tools, policies and processes.
• Identify safety trends and opportunities; report to leadership.
• Collaborate with Fleet and HR as needed.
• Transport safety equipment safely across active job sites.

Skills

Safety experience

Site safety management

Regulatory knowledge

OSHA 30/CHST

Travel up to 90%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety or related

Job description

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLCis a proud recipient of the following 2025awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US

Atwell is seeking aRegional Safety Manager to support our growing field operations across the Western United States.

This is a highly field-focused opportunity for a safety professional who enjoys being where the work is happening. You'll provide safety oversight across multiple job sites, build strong relationships with field teams and operational leaders, and help ensure our employees have the tools, training, and support they need to work safely.

This role does not have direct reports. Instead, you'll take ownership of safety across an assigned geographic region, supporting approximately 200 field employees and maintaining a consistent presence across project sites. We're particularly interested in candidates with experience in utilities, electric transmission and distribution, generation, construction, infrastructure, or other field-intensive industries. Pasted text

What You'll Do

• Provide safety oversight and support for field employees across an assigned geographic region.
• Regularly visit project sites and field crews to maintain a strong, visible safety presence.
• Conduct safety audits involving personnel, equipment, job-site conditions, and work practices.
• Review safe work plans and help identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Prepare and deliver safety training for employees and subcontractors.
• Support compliance with applicable safety standards and regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, DOT-PHMSA, Railroad, MSHA, and other requirements relevant to the work being performed.
• Lead and support incident and injury investigations, including follow-up and corrective actions.
• Partner with operational leaders and project teams to integrate safety into project planning and field execution.
• Complete required field documentation, including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safe Work Permits, and related safety documentation.
• Promote consistent use of Atwell's safety tools, systems, policies, and processes.
• Identify safety trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement and communicate findings to Safety and operational leadership.
• Partner with other internal teams, including Fleet and Human Resources, as needed.
• Transport safety equipment and supplies and safely navigate active construction and industrial job sites.

What We're Looking For

• 3–5 years of relevant safety experience, preferably supporting construction, utilities, energy, infrastructure, or other field-based operations.
• A bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Experience supporting safety across multiple active job sites.
• Experience with a combination of job-site safety audits, employee training, incident investigations, hazard identification, or field safety programs.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• OSHA 30, CHST, or another relevant safety credential is preferred. Candidates without a current professional certification should be willing and able to pursue additional safety credentials as they develop in the role.
• Experience within utilities or electric infrastructure, including transmission, distribution, or generation, is highly valued.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build credibility with employees at all levels of an organization.
• Ability to work independently while managing priorities across a geographically dispersed region.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company vehicle.
• Ability to safely navigate active construction and industrial environments, including uneven terrain and varying outdoor conditions.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 90%, including frequent overnight travel.

What to Expect

This is not a traditional office-based safety position. Regional Safety Managers spend the majority of their time in the field, traveling between project sites and working directly with the employees they support. Candidates should be comfortable with significant driving, frequent overnight travel, outdoor working conditions, and navigating active job sites. Regional Safety Manager

A company vehicle is provided, and approved business travel expenses are covered through a company credit card. Pasted text

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is $88,200–$113,500 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, education, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related considerations.

Disclaimer

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Pay Range

$88,200 - $113,500 USD

Atwell Benefits:To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services

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As set forth in Atwell, LLC’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

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