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Field Safety Manager

ESCO
  • Denver, Colorado
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Field Safety Manager – Heavy Civil Construction
    Evergreen, Colorado | Full-Time
    Lead Safety. Build a Stronger Team.
    Since 1944, ESCO has been building the infrastructure that supports communities across Colorado and the surrounding states. As a 100% employee-owned company, we believe the people who help create our success should share in it.
    From underground utilities and excavation to earthwork, concrete flatwork, and concrete structures, ESCO takes on challenging heavy civil construction projects where safety, planning, and teamwork are essential.
    We’re seeking an experienced Field Safety Manager to help strengthen our safety culture, support project teams, and promote Incident and Injury Free performance across our jobsites.
    This role is ideal for a safety professional who understands construction field operations, communicates well with crews and leadership, and knows how to balance compliance, coaching, and practical problem-solving in the field.
    What You’ll Do
    As a Field Safety Manager, you’ll work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and field crews to promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with OSHA, state, local, customer, and ESCO safety requirements.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Promote and support a strong safety culture focused on Incident and Injury Free performance.
    • Provide day-to-day safety and health support to project teams and field operations.
    • Conduct regular jobsite safety audits to verify compliance and identify unsafe conditions.
    • Recognize immediate hazards and potential exposures, then work with project teams to address them.
    • Participate in the development and review of Job Hazard Analyses.
    • Support implementation and maintenance of Site-Specific Safety Plans.
    • Investigate incidents and near misses, develop reports, identify root causes, and follow up on corrective actions.
    • Maintain safety documentation required by OSHA, project requirements, and applicable regulations.
    • Provide reliable safety data to monitor safety and health performance.
    • Partner with Superintendents and Foremen to reinforce safety policies and prevent repeat incidents.
    • Communicate with general contractors, subcontractors, and safety personnel regarding project safety expectations.
    • Provide field coaching, guidance, and training to help crews work safely and effectively.
    • Help build a proactive safety culture where every employee-owner takes responsibility for themselves and their team.
    What We’re Looking For
    Required Qualifications
    • Minimum of two years of construction experience with underground utilities and excavation.
    • Strong understanding of construction jobsite hazards and risk management.
    • Working knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and applicable state and local regulations.
    • Ability to identify hazards, communicate expectations, and support corrective action in the field.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
    • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
    • Team-oriented approach with the ability to work effectively with field crews, project teams, subcontractors, and customers.
    • Ability to access all areas of active construction sites in varying climates and environments.
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Two-year college degree or equivalent safety/construction experience.
    • OSHA 500 certification.
    • CHST or CSP certification through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
    • Experience supporting safety programs for heavy civil, excavation, underground utility, or infrastructure projects.
    • Experience conducting incident investigations, jobsite audits, safety training, and JHA reviews.
    Why Join ESCO?
    At ESCO, safety is more than a requirement — it’s part of how we protect our people, build trust, and deliver successful projects.
    As a 100% employee-owned company, every team member has a stake in our success. Your work helps protect our crews, strengthen our culture, and support the long-term value we build together.
    Compensation & Benefits
    • $70,000 – $90,000 annual salary, based on experience
    • Weekly pay
    • 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP) – share directly in the success you help create
    • 401(k) retirement plan
    • Comprehensive company subsidized health and dental insurance, vision insurance, company paid basic life and disability insurance and other voluntary benefits
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
    • Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Eight paid holidays after 60 days of employment
    • Financial wellness education and resources
    • Excellent career growth potential
    • Opportunity to support meaningful heavy civil projects throughout Colorado and surrounding states
    Our Culture
    At ESCO, ownership is more than a benefit — it’s how we operate.
    We value leaders who communicate clearly, support field teams, solve problems proactively, and help others succeed. As a Field Safety Manager, you’ll play a key role in helping every employee-owner go home safely while building a stronger, more accountable organization.
    Your leadership matters. Your work protects people. And your success is shared.
    Apply Today
    Join a company where your safety expertise, field knowledge, and leadership can make a lasting impact.
    Apply directly through this posting.
    Application Deadline: September 30 ,2026
     
    Please apply directly on this job posting.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDenver, Colorado
    Websitehttps://escoconstructioncompany.com/available-positions/

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