Safety Manager

Interwest Construction, Inc.; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Employee assistance program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Interwest Construction, Inc. is seeking a Safety Manager to lead our company-wide safety program from the Burlington HQ and travel to sites across Washington.

You will own safety practices, ensure DOSH/OSHA compliance, manage claims, and mentor safety coordinators to protect workers and maintain project momentum. The role requires 7+ years in construction safety, MSHA knowledge, and strong incident-investigation skills.

Qualifications

• MSHA knowledge and experience required.
• Claims management experience required, including workers compensation and return-to-work.
• 7+ years of construction safety experience, ideally in heavy civil, bridge, or highway work.
• 5+ years leading a safety team or company safety program.
• Strong working knowledge of Washington DOSH (WAC 296-155) and federal OSHA standards.
• Experience leading incident investigations and corrective actions.
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel between offices/sites.

Responsibilities

• Own safety for every Interwest project and office, with authority to enforce safe practices.
• Keep projects compliant with DOSH, OSHA, WSDOT, and owner safety requirements.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training for new hires and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with project managers on site-specific safety plans and JHAs.
• Monitor safety metrics (TRIR, EMR, leading indicators) and report to leadership.

Skills

MSHA knowledge

Claims management experience

Construction safety experience

Team leadership

DOSH/OSHA knowledge

Incident investigations & corrective

Driver's license

Education

OSHA 30 certification

CHST/ASP/CSP preferred

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Job description

Safety Manager

$125,000 – $170,000 | Lead Safety Company-Wide

Interwest Construction, Inc. (ICI)

Burlington (HQ), Everett, Port Angeles, Yakima

Full-time | Salary, exempt

Build With Champions

New ownership. New culture. Big things ahead.

ICI is under new leadership. Roy Swihart, a longtime Interwest Construction employee and our former Vice President, is now our Owner and President. He knows this company from the ground up, and he is building it into a place where good people want to stay. Our culture runs on two values: Building Champions and Be Excellent. We invest in our people, hold ourselves to a high standard, and we are growing.

At Interwest Construction, you’ll have the opportunity to build, support, and sustain a safety program focused on getting the job done right, not on punching a clock. The best safety leaders have lives outside of work.Interwest supports our people and their families by encouraging balance, growth, and time for what matters at home. When life comes up, like a kid’s game or a doctor’s appointment, we do our best to work with you.

This role requires travel. You’ll be based out of the Interwest office closest to you (Burlington, Everett, Port Angeles, or Yakima), but a significant amount of your time will be spent on the road visiting our jobsites and other offices across Washington State.

What you'll do

Own safety for every Interwest project and office. You'll have a direct voice with leadership and the backing to make sure every person goes home the same way they came to work:

• Own and update the written safety program, Accident Prevention Program, and safety policies
• Keep every project compliant with DOSH (WAC 296-155), OSHA, WSDOT, and owner safety requirements
• Ensure gravel pits and mining operations are compliant with MSHA regulations
• Partner with project managers and superintendents on site-specific safety plans and JHAs before work starts
• Audit and inspect jobsites, turn findings into practical fixes, and stop unsafe work when needed
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Manage workers' comp claims with L&I and run our return-to-work and light-duty program
• Build and deliver training: new-hire and subcontractor orientations, toolbox talks, competent person training
• Review subcontractor safety prequalification and onboarding
• Track and report safety performance (TRIR, EMR, leading indicators) to leadership
• Lead, coach, and develop safety coordinators across our regions

What we offer

• $125,000 – $170,000 base salary, depending on experience
• Company vehicle, fuel card, laptop and cell phone
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with automatic enrollment and up to a 3.5% company match
• Paid time off starting at 13 days per year, plus 8 paid holidays
• Confidential employee assistance program
• A seat at the table with leadership that's invested in your growth

What you bring

• MSHA knowledge and experience required
• Claims management experience required, including workers compensation and return-to-work
• 7+ years of construction safety experience, ideally in heavy civil, bridge, or highway work
• 5+ years leading a safety team or company safety program
• Strong working knowledge of Washington DOSH (WAC 296-155) and federal OSHA standards
• Experience leading incident investigations and corrective actions
• OSHA 30 and current First Aid/CPR/AED
• Competent person training in excavation and trenching, fall protection, and confined space
• Confident leading in the field and in the boardroom, from toolbox talks to executive meetings
• Organized and detail oriented, with accurate records and reports
• A valid driver's license (you'll travel between offices and project sites)
• CHST, ASP, or CSP certification preferred (or the drive to earn it with our support)

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to adhere to all safety requirements
• Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, safe work practices, and integrity

This is a safety-sensitive position and requires allemployees to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for THC. In addition, ICI maintains a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy and conducts random drug screenings throughout employment. Employees selected through a neutral, random selection process will be required to participate in testing in accordance with company policy.

Interwest Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and veterans, are encouraged to apply.