Traveling Safety Manager

Jobot; Rockville (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Traveling Safety Manager to lead and maintain safety programs across multiple active construction projects. You will collaborate with project leadership and field teams to promote safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in site safety.

The role requires 5+ years in construction safety, strong OSHA knowledge, and willingness to travel extensively to project locations. Bachelor's in a related field and safety certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction safety, preferably heavy civil, underground utilities, pipelines.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety programs.
• Experience conducting safety inspections, audits, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Ability to travel extensively to project locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety programs across multiple active projects with project leadership.
• Conduct jobsite inspections, audits, safety meetings, and trainings.
• Identify hazards and communicate corrective actions to field personnel.
• Develop and implement safety initiatives to reduce incidents and improve awareness.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety related field

OSHA 30 certification preferred

CSP/CHST preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management software

Job description

Traveling Safety Manager – Competitive Compensating, Family‑Owned National GC

salary: $85,000 - $125,000 per year

A bit about us

Traveling Safety Manager Opportunity with a Top Tier, Competitive Compensating Contractor! Our client is a leading heavy civil construction contractor specializing in complex underground utility and infrastructure projects. This company has built a strong reputation for delivering challenging construction projects while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Our client is seeking a Traveling Safety Manager to help lead and maintain safety programs across multiple active construction projects. This position will work closely with project leadership and field teams to promote a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and identify opportunities to continuously improve jobsite safety.

Why join us?

• Join an established heavy civil contractor with a strong reputation for safety, quality, and complex infrastructure construction.
• Travel to a variety of major construction projects and work directly with field leadership.
• Have a significant impact on the company's overall safety culture and jobsite performance.
• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and field employees to implement effective safety programs.
• Conduct jobsite inspections, audits, training, and safety meetings across multiple projects.
• Help develop and implement safety initiatives designed to reduce incidents and improve employee awareness.
• Work on technically challenging projects involving underground utilities, pipelines, excavation, and heavy civil construction.
• Opportunity to work with an experienced team of construction and safety professionals.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Travel-related expenses and accommodations provided when required.

Job Details

• 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably within heavy civil, underground utilities, pipeline, or infrastructure construction.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements.
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining construction safety programs.
• Experience conducting jobsite safety inspections, audits, investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Strong understanding of excavation and trenching safety, confined spaces, fall protection, heavy equipment, lifting operations, and underground utility construction.
• Ability to identify jobsite hazards and effectively communicate corrective actions to field personnel.
• Experience conducting safety orientations, toolbox talks, and employee training.
• Strong understanding of OSHA recordkeeping, incident reporting, and accident investigation procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, subcontractors, and craft employees.
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification required or strongly preferred.
• CSP, CHST, or other professional safety certification is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Safety, Occupational Health, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management/documentation systems.
• Ability to travel extensively to project locations and work in varying outdoor construction environments.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.