Safety Manager

Sheakley; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 68,880 - 74,390; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem: $125/day for travelers

Job summary

Sheakley is seeking a Safety Manager in El Paso, TX for a large-scale data center project. The ideal candidate will oversee field safety activities, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. The position requires a strong on-site presence, 5+ years of safety management experience, and CHST certification. Responsibilities include conducting jobsite inspections, leading safety meetings, and engaging with labor teams. This long-term role may require extended hours and is excellent for professionals experienced in underground utility construction, offering competitive compensation and per diem for travelers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in safety management.
• Experience supporting underground utility or civil construction projects.
• Ability to work extended hours and Saturdays.

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.

Skills

CHST certification

Active OSHA 500 certification

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Safety Manager

Location: El Paso, TX

Start Date: 5/11 (possibly sooner)

Duration: 2 years

Type: 1099 Contractor

Compensation

• Local: $50 - $54/hr
• Traveler: $48 - $51/hr
• Per Diem: $125/day (traveler only)
• Pay Frequency: Weekly

Schedule

• 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

• CHST 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

Knowledge

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.