Safety Manager

Spencer Ogden; Indiana; On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to support heavy construction projects with a focus on Transmission & Distribution. You will lead site-specific safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with project teams, clients, and subcontractors to maintain a safe work environment.

The role requires managing safety trainings, conducting inspections, investigating incidents, documenting records, and traveling between project sites as needed to uphold safety

Qualifications

• Must have Transmission & Distribution (T&D) experience.
• OSHA Construction and General Industry regulations knowledge (OSHA 10/30 preferred).
• Experience with EM 385-1 and NEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-specific Safety & Health policies and programs for heavy construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH and other safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections and performance reviews.
• Identify hazards, implement corrective actions and address safety risks.
• Lead safety training and maintain audit-ready records and daily field safety reports.
• Investigate near misses, accidents and incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate safety findings and improvement opportunities to site personnel and leadership.
• Travel between project sites to support safety objectives.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management

Associate degree in a related field

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Seeking an experienced Safety Manager to support heavy construction projects, with a strong emphasis on Transmission & Distribution. This individual will lead site-specific safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and work closely with project management teams, clients, and subcontractors to maintain a safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement site-specific Safety & Health policies, procedures, and programs for heavy construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH, and other relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, walk-throughs, performance assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Identify potential hazards, implement corrective actions, and address work stoppages involving immediate safety risks.
• Collaborate with project management, client safety teams, and subcontractors to promote safety best practices and maintain compliance.
• Lead safety training, document safety activities, and maintain accurate, audit-ready records and daily field safety reports.
• Review and investigate near misses, accidents, property damage, and environmental incidents, recommending corrective and preventive measures.
• Communicate safety findings, project goals, and improvement opportunities to site personnel and project leadership.
• Travel and drive between project sites as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must have Transmission & Distribution (T&D) experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management with 7 years of relevant experience, OR an associate degree in one of these fields with 9 years of relevant experience, OR a high school diploma/GED with 11 years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction and General Industry regulations, ANSI, NIOSH, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1, and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.
• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company vehicle driving requirements.
• Ability to work varying schedules based on project site needs.
• Willingness to travel and drive to various project locations.