On-Site Safety Officer Reno, NV
Job Summary
The Opportunity
We are looking for a high-energy detail-oriented Safety Manager to lead the health and safety initiatives for our Texas operations. This is a field-heavy leadership role; you arent just writing manualsyou are on the front lines ensuring our crews return home safely every night. You will be the primary architect of our safety culture overseeing compliance training and risk mitigation across all underground utility and telecommunications projects. This position reports to the Senior Safety Manager and represents an excellent opportunity to join an active well-funded team and play a critical role in GRCs growth.
Responsibilities
Safety Execution & Risk Mitigation:
- Conduct regular unannounced field audits to ensure compliance with OSHA DOT and customer or GRC internal standards.
- Identify potential hazards in the pre-construction phase during site walk-throughs and develop specialized safety plans for high-risk crossings or complex utility environments.
- Oversee the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) process and ensure all crews maintain rigorous traffic control (MOT) and excavation safety protocols in accordance with municipal requirements.
- Ensure all third-party subcontractors operating on-site are fully compliant with GRCs safety standards and OSHA requirements.
- Support any and all construction and traffic control functions as needed to ensure safe and timely project completion.
Incident Management & Training:
- Lead the full lifecycle of incident reporting from initial on-site response and root- cause analysis to implementing corrective actions and final reporting.
- Develop update and run drills for site-specific Emergency Response Plans (ERP) including protocols for severe weather trench collapse or utility strikes.
- Design and deliver safety training programs including New Hire Orientation Toolbox Talks OSHA 10/30 and Competent Person training for trenching and shoring.
- Collaborate to enforce our Safety-First culture across all applicable job sites.
Regulatory Compliance & Fleet Oversight:
- Act as the primary point of contact for OSHA inspections insurance adjusters and client safety representatives.
- Oversee environmental compliance and hazards specific to regional construction such as dust control mitigation Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and hazardous spill response.
- Track and report on safety performance metrics and KPIs including Total Recordable Incident Rates (TRIR) Days Away/Restricted or Transferred (DART) and Experience Modification Rates (EMR) presenting findings to upper management.
- Partner with the fleet department to ensure all machinery and vehicles meet safety standards and that operators are properly certified and vetted.
- Fulfill contractor safety representatives responsibilities set forth in the manual and the Contractors HASP where applicable.
Education & Background:
- Preferred: Bachelors degree in occupational health and safety Construction Management or a related field.
- Preferred: Experience with directional drilling (HDD) safety and fiber optic installation hazards.
- Must demonstrate one of the following combinations of certification and experience:
- Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) CSP with at least 4 years of full-time relevant construction safety and health experience.
- BCSP ASP GSP or SMS with at least 6 years of full-time relevant experience.
- BCSP CHST or OHST with at least 8 years of full-time relevant experience.
Technical Skills & Certifications
- Completed the OSHA 500 course for construction within the last 24 months remaining current for the duration of the project.
- Provide proof of non-expired completion of a Red Cross (or approved equal) certification for Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) First Aid and Automated External Defibrillation (AED).
- Provide proof of completion of FMCSA compliant 2-hour drug and alcohol reasonable suspicion supervisory training.
- Must have a valid Drivers License with a clean driving record.
- Preferred: Experience with safety management software (e.g. Safety Culture/iAuditor) and Google Suite.
Additional Information
Salary Range: $90000 - $120000 Salary based on experience
Location: Reno NV - On-Site
Role Openings: 1
Target Start Date: 2-3 weeks from offer
Interview Process
- Recruiter Screen
- 2nd Interview with Ops Dir/VP
- Final Interview with SVP of HR Procurement and Contracts
- Conditional offer upon successful background check
Equal Opportunity Employer
Glass Roots Construction (GRC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability or veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodation
Glass Roots Construction (GRC) provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of this job please contact us at .
We love building our team directly! At this time we are only considering direct applications from candidates. We respectfully ask recruiting agencies not to reach out.
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