Safety Manager

Benchmark Utility Services; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Benchmark Utility Services is a premier design-build and underground utility construction firm seeking a Safety Manager with a strong background in excavation safety. This role develops and oversees safety protocols, ensuring staff are trained on emergency preparedness, PPE use, and incident procedures while coordinating with site teams and clients.

The position requires audits, OSHA/DOT/NESC compliance, incident investigations, JHAs, and policy updates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of safety management experience in underground utility construction or similar.
• OSHA 500/510 certification.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Knowledge of utility coordination practices, and excavation safety (including 811 One Call processes).
• Experience with trench safety, confined space entry, and energized systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with safety reporting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Manages the Site-Specific Safety and Health Policy and Procedures (SSP).
• Serves as the primary safety resource and authority for a particular job site.
• Conducts regular job site audits and inspections to ensure OSHA, DOT, NESC compliance.
• Maintains documentation related to safety training, incident reporting, and corrective actions.
• Provides safety leadership and support for field crews during high-risk tasks.
• Conducts and documents Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and safety briefings.
• Leads incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Coordinates with utility owners, project managers, and subcontractors on safe work.
• Ensures proper use and maintenance of PPE, shoring, traffic control, and locating practices.
• Monitor compliance with DOT regulations for drivers and vehicles.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations and update policies.
• Presents safety information to General Contractors (GCs).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA 500/510

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Field safety management

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

OSHA 500/510 certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Safety reporting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benchmark Utility Services is a premier design-build,siteand underground utility construction firm, completing over 500 projects spanning overten (10)years. With a heavy focus on mission critical facilities, our teamscollaborate seamlesslytoensureour customers receive the highest level of service in the construction industry. At Benchmark, our success is fueled by our exceptional workforce. We prioritize training and professional development, encouraging our team to expand and enhance their unique skills,so they can fully realize their potential. If you are driven and passionate about excellence, we want to hear from you. Join us and be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills and ambitions will be nurtured and valued.

Position Summary

The Safety Manager must have a background in the construction industry, preferably within excavation and trenching safety. This individualis responsible fordeveloping and overseeing safety protocols for the company, ensuring staff members are well-informed on emergency preparedness, use of protective equipment, and accident procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the Site-Specific Safety and Health Policy and Procedures (SSP)

• Serves as the primary safety resource and authority for a particular job site

• Conducts regular job site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, NESC, and company safety policies

• Manages and maintains documentation related to safety training, incident reporting, corrective actions, and regulatory compliance

• Provides safety leadership and support for field crews and Assistant Safety Manager during high-risk tasks such as excavation near live utilities, working around traffic, and operating heavy equipment

• Conducts and documents Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Pre-Task Plans, and Safety Briefings

• Leads in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and track implementation of corrective/preventive actions

• Assists the Senior Safety Manager to coordinate with utility owners, project managers, and subcontractors to plan safe work practices

• Ensures proper use and maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), shoring systems, traffic control devices, and utility locating practices

• Monitor compliance with DOT regulations for drivers and vehicles used in utility operations

• Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations and update company policies as needed

• Presents safety information and documentation to various General Contractors (GCs)

• Performs other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED

• Five plus (5+) years of safety management experience in underground utility construction or similar industry

• OSHA 500/510 certification

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting statistics

• Knowledge of utility coordination practices, and excavation safety (including 811 One Call processes)

• Experience with trench safety, confined space entry, and energized systems

• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills

• Proficiency with safety reporting software and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• Excellent knowledge of OSHA standards and federal safety legislation
• CSP, CHST, or other professional certifications strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of potentially hazardous materials and practices in the workplace.
• Familiarity with writing health and safety policies and procedures
• Working knowledge of safety management software

Benchmark Utility Services offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a dynamic work environment that values excellence, teamwork, and professional growth. If you possess theQualificationsand skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer.