Safety Manager

Sheakley; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 118,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem $125/day

Weekly pay

Job summary

Sheakley is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee field safety on a large underground utility and civil construction project in El Paso, TX. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, hazard identification, and strict OSHA compliance while coordinating with craft labor and subs.

A strong safety presence is essential for this 1099 contractor position. Responsibilities include daily inspections, incident investigations, and safety training conducted in both English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• BCSP certification with a minimum of 5 years of experience.
• Active OSHA 500 certification.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Enforce OSHA regulations and site-specific safety programs.
• Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections and hazard assessments.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings in English and Spanish.
• Monitor excavation, trenching, and underground utility operations.
• Identify, document, and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project management, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and reporting records.

Skills

Construction safety

OSHA compliance

Underground safety

Hazard identification

Incident investigation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Field inspections

Safety training

Education

BCSP certification

OSHA 500 certification

Job description

Job Title: Safety Manager

Location: El Paso, TX

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 2 years

Type: 1099 ContractorCompensation

Rate

• Local: $50 - $54/hr
• Traveler: $48 - $51/hr

Per Diem: $125/day (traveler only)

Pay Frequency: WeeklySchedule

Hours: 50-60+ hours per week

Schedule: Monday - Saturday

Shift: Day Shift Project Scope

This role supports underground utility construction on a large-scale data center build in El Paso, TX. The Safety Manager will oversee all field safety activities associated with excavation, trenching, and underground utility installation, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA standards and site-specific safety plans. The position requires a strong on-site presence and direct engagement with craft labor, supervisors, and subcontractors. The Safety Manager will proactively identify hazards, enforce corrective actions, and promote a safety-first culture in a fast-paced, high-production construction environment. This is a long-term project with consistent work and extended hours, ideal for a safety professional experienced in civil and underground utility construction.

Qualifications

• BCSP certification with a minimum of 5 years of experience
• Active OSHA 500 certification
• Bilingual In English And Spanish

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work extended hours and Saturdays
• Strong field presence on active construction sites
• Experience supporting underground utility or civil construction projects

Key Responsibilities

• Enforce OSHA regulations and site-specific safety programs
• Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections and hazard assessments
• Lead toolbox talks and safety meetings in English and Spanish
• Monitor excavation, trenching, and underground utility operations
• Identify, document, and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with project management, superintendents, and subcontractors
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and reporting records

Skills

Construction safety management, OSHA compliance, underground utility safety, hazard identification, incident investigation, bilingual communication, field inspections, safety training

Knowledge Base

Extensive knowledge of OSHA construction standards, excavation and trenching requirements, underground utility safety practices, and data center construction environments. Proven ability to manage safety programs on large-scale civil projects while maintaining compliance, productivity, and workforce engagement.

Equal Opportunity

Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors.

Salary: $50 - $54 per hour