Heavy Civil Safety Manager- Portland

Heavy Civil Safety Manager

Portland, OR

Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 + Benefits

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to join a well-established heavy civil general contractor in the Portland area. This role will play a key part in driving a strong safety culture across challenging public works and infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, utilities, and large-scale earthwork.

This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where safety is truly prioritized and supported from the top down.

• Lead and enforce site-specific safety programs across multiple heavy civil projects
• Conduct jobsite safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
• Implement and maintain compliance with OSHA, state, and local safety regulations
• Facilitate safety meetings, training programs, and toolbox talks
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and develop corrective action plans
• Partner closely with Superintendents and Project Managers to promote a proactive safety culture
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting related to safety performance

• 5+ years of safety experience within heavy civil, infrastructure, or public works construction
• Strong exposure to projects such as DOT work, highways, bridges, underground utilities, or mass excavation
• Proven experience managing safety across multiple active jobsites
• Experience conducting incident investigations and implementing corrective actions
• Familiarity with EMR, OSHA logs, and safety performance metrics

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Construction Management, or related field (preferred but not required)
• OSHA 30 (minimum); OSHA 500/510 preferred
• CHST, CSP, or similar safety certification highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and heavy civil safety standards
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence field teams and leadership
• Ability to travel locally to project sites around the Portland area

• Competitive base salary ($120K–$150K depending on experience)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Long-term career growth with a stable, reputable contractor
• Strong project pipeline of public works and infrastructure projects