Senior Safety Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Global Earthwork + Underground; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Earthwork + Underground in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee health and safety on heavy civil construction projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA and related regulations.

Lead safety programs, conduct site inspections and incident investigations, deliver training, manage drug testing and background checks, and coordinate with project managers to embed safety into planning—while maintaining accurate records and promoting continuous improvement across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management or 5 years of safety experience in construction.
• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety programs to comply with OSHA standards and regulations.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Respond to safety incidents and lead safety stand-downs.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Deliver training on safety policies and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers to integrate safety into planning.
• Maintain records of inspections, incidents, and trainings.
• Promote continuous safety improvement across sites.
• Manage drug testing and background checks as required.
• Review site-specific safety plans and ensure certifications are up to date.
• Communicate with safety leads and staff; ensure regular attendance.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA knowledge

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

MS Office

HCSS Heavy Job

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management

Tools

HCSS Heavy Job

Job description

Global Earthwork + Underground in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee health and safety on heavy civil construction projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA and related regulations.

Lead safety programs, conduct site inspections and incident investigations, deliver training, manage drug testing and background checks, and coordinate with project managers to embed safety into planning—while maintaining accurate records and promoting continuous improvement across sites.