Safety Manager

• Work with project teams to ensure work activities are planned and conducted in a manner that addresses potential risks to trade personnel, operations, the public, and project assets.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety (or related field); or minimum of 3+ years' experience in construction safety or equivalent combination of training and related experience.
• Previous construction jobsite safety experience is required.

• Previous experience with electrical construction.
• Possess a valid OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510 designation.
• Possess a valid certificate as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).

• Requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and complete projects on schedule.
• Requires strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local construction safety regulations as well as NFPA 70E and applicable construction consensus standards
• Must be able to establish effective working relationships with project personnel including but not limited to project managers, construction superintendents, and construction foremen
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and priorities and make sound decisions in a timely fashion
• Ability to function in a position designed to serve independent operating units in decentralized environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Understands and can utilize data management tools used for analyzing construction reporting data
• Thorough knowledge related to the safe operation of construction sites, including but not limited to, trenching and excavation, scaffolding, forklift operation, cranes/hoists, fall protection, signs/barricades, steel erection, hand/portable tools, confined space, and hearing conservation.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills, and supervisory skills.
• Highly proficient in communication and public speaking and presentations; Leadership and supervisory skills are essential.
• Must be able to interact professionally and effectively with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and others.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and contribute to a team-oriented work environment.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures is essential.

• Promote a positive and professional safety culture while overseeing the general administration of safety, compliance, and training activities for on-site personnel.
• Manage the on-site safety team, ensuring knowledge of job duties and expectations of subordinates.
• Work with project teams to ensure work activities are planned and conducted in a manner that addresses potential risks to trade personnel, operations, the public, and project assets.
• Assist the Regional Safety Director in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe employee activities.
• Communicate with project personnel in the review and development of safety, health and environmental plans for construction projects; participate in pre-bid conferences, walk-throughs, and pre-construction meetings.
• Provide consultation, coordination, and oversight activities to ensure appropriate requirements and best practices are incorporated during project pre-planning and construction phases
• Evaluate the safety of the project daily, by conducting safety inspections and audits on sites and equipment to identify, document, and determine resolutions to hazardous and potentially hazardous and/or unsafe working conditions and behaviors.
• Develop, promote, and sustain safety related-trainings on various topics, safe work practices, procedures, and techniques including but not limited to: Fall Protection, NFPA70E LOTO, Aerial Lift, Trenching & Excavation, Confined Space, etc.
• Respond to, investigate, provide detailed reports, and follow up on any safety related issues/incidents, including compiling data, photographs, statements, etc.
• Review completed JHA’s, Permits, Emergency Action Plans, MOP’s, SOP’s, and other
• Oversee investigation of serious or near-miss incidents
• Regularly interface with general contractors and subcontractors, leading on-site incident reviews and planning to prevent injury and operational impacts.
• Manage and/or compile documentation related to site observations, recommendations, and corrective actions.
• Conduct or partner in property damage and personal injury investigations.
• Conduct incident investigations and assist in the JHA/HPI process and driving field understanding.
• Conduct incident investigation training for field supervisors.
• Document all incidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities, and report accordingly.
• Accompany OSHA safety and health compliance officers on walk-through tours as required.
• Oversee PPE availability and appropriate usage.
• May occasionally need to respond to emergencies during non-business hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Individual salaries will be assigned based on consideration of a combination of industry experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other factors pertaining directly to the essential functions of the job.
• We offer outstanding benefits, including health benefits that begin on Day 1!
  • Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with no employee premium 
  • Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage
  • Health Savings Account with annual Employer Contribution
  • Flexible Spending Account, offering both Health Care Spending and Dependent Care Spending
  • 401(k) with employer match (fully vested on day 1!)
  • Paid Holidays & PTO

• Must carry and maintain a valid driver’s license and will be subject to the Company’s motor vehicle record check.

• Will be subject to the Company’s background check, MVR (motor vehicle record), and drug screen programs.

• Will be subject to the Client’s background check and drug screen programs.

• May be subject to period background checks and/or drug screens, depending on site specific requirements.

• May be required to wear personal protective equipment, including occasional use of respiratory protection equipment (up to full face negative pressure respirator)

• Must be able to frequently walk up and down stairs, walk on uneven terrain, use/climb ladders, and enter confined spaces.

• Must be capable of lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds

• This position may require some travel (<10%).

• Work schedule may vary due to construction schedule; nights and/or weekend work may be required

• Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO/AAP

This position will be primarily located onsite in the Smithville, MO area, with occasional time spent working out of the main office in Kansas City, KS (Fairfax). This is a full-time on-site position. This is not a hybrid or remote position.  

Everus Construction Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Human Resources Team.

ANTICIPATED APPLICATION DEADLINE - August 23, 2026