Safety Manager

Title: Safety Manager

Wage: Based on Experience

FLSA Status: Salary

Group: National Hydro Excavation Services

Reports to: Vice President

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment across all company operations. This position plays a key role in promoting a proactive safety culture, conducting job site audits, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety regulations. This is a field-based position that requires approximately 50% travel to multiple project sites and close collaboration with the National Hydro Excavation Services team.

• Foster and maintain a strong culture of safety across all work sites
• Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety programs in line with OSHA and other regulatory guidelines
• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and safety meetings to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement
• Lead accident investigations and ensure proper documentation and follow-up
• Assist in developing Emergency Action Plans and coordinate responses to site incidents
• Provide ongoing safety training and presentations for field personnel and management
• Offer technical safety support to teams in the field
• Maintain accurate records of incidents, training, and compliance documentation
• Ensure safety supplies are available and maintained at all job sites
• Collaborate with project teams to proactively identify and address potential risks

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• 5-15 years of experience in construction safety or related field
• Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) in construction safety practices
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Experience in Risk Assessment/Management and data analysis
• Familiarity with time reporting systems and safety tracking software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across various media
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
• Proficient with PC-based applications and quick to learn new software
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently and in a team environment
• Willingness to travel to job sites regularly, with occasional overnight stay

This position is field-based. Job sites currently include locations in Nebraska and Iowa.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing