Field Safety Manager
Job Location:
Job Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 70000 - 90000
Yearly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
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.
Were 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 Youll Do
As a Field Safety Manager youll 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 Were 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 its 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
- $70000 $90000 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 medical dental vision and insurance benefits
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Seven 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 its how we operate.
We value leaders who communicate clearly support field teams solve problems proactively and help others succeed. As a Field Safety Manager youll 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: June 31 2026 or until filled sooner.
Please apply directly on this job posting.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
ESCO Construction is a turnkey contractor that specializes in earthmoving, general contracting, and underground utility since 1944.
