Safety Manager

Description

ABOUT US

At Okland, we exist to create remarkable experiences - not just through the projects we deliver, but in the way we show up for our clients, partners, and each other every day. We believe that how we build is just as important as what we build, and our purpose is rooted in people. Whether it's a trusted partner we've worked with for decades or a new team member stepping onto their first jobsite, we approach every relationship with care, clarity, and commitment.

We're a commercial general contractor and construction management company with more than 1,200 team members and a track record of delivering some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the country- from semiconductor and healthcare facilities to professional sports venues and high-end hospitality.

Founded in 1918 in Salt Lake City, we've grown steadily for over a century- now with offices in Utah, Arizona, and Idaho-and we're entering one of the most exciting chapters in our company's history. We're building more than projects. We're building careers, capabilities, and momentum for the future. And we're looking for passionate, driven people who want to be part of it.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Safety Manager to lead by example on a major commercial construction project in the Greater Salt Lake City Area. This individual will serve as a mentor, coach, and advocate for safe practices on-site, helping to shape and uphold a strong safety culture. The right candidate brings hands-on safety experience in commercial construction and a passion for empowering others to work safely and confidently.

The ideal candidate embodies our C.A.R.E. philosophy-Create a Remarkable Experience-and fosters an environment where every individual on the project site is informed, supported, and empowered to prioritize safety in every task.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY

- Monitor job site activities and perform routine safety inspections, document findings through reports and photographs.

- Collaborate with the Project Management Team to maintain a proactive and positive safety culture.

- Lead site-specific safety training and orientation for all employees, including specialty trainings as needed.

- Conduct monthly safety meetings with supervisors and foremen to reinforce safe work practices.

- Respond to safety concerns, incidents, and accidents, support investigations and root cause analyses.

- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company safety standards across the project site.

- Review and support development of job hazard analyses and pre-task planning documents.

- Track and document safety infractions, improvements, and corrective actions using approved tools.

- Assist in compiling and analyzing data for job activity hazard analysis and risk assessments.

- Partner with site leadership to identify safety risks and implement corrective actions.

YOU'RE READY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE

- Bachelor's degree preferred or 5-7 years of construction safety experience

- Proven success with OSHA ratings, EMR, and loss-time record management

- Bilingual in English and Spanish

- Experience with concrete placement safety preferred

- OSHA 500 or OSHA 510 + STSC certification required

- Additional certifications (CSP, ASP, CHST) strongly preferred

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

WHAT YOU BRING

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) at an intermediate level.

- Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills.

- Skilled in communicating effectively with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and colleagues at all levels.

- Confident in delivering presentations in both one-on-one and group settings.

- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and thoroughness in all tasks.

- Capable of leading the implementation of safety programs and procedures developed by Okland Corporate EH&S, safety committees, and safety managers.

Demonstrates professionalism and discretion while maintaining confidentiality in the workplace.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Award winning culture - consistently recognized by Best Places to Work in Arizona, Utah, and Idaho

- Competitive pay - weekly paychecks, salary, bonus incentives, 401(k) with employer match

- Holistic benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance; financial literacy resources, and an Employee Assistant Program including legal and mental health support.

- Perks - tenure awards including pro sports tickets, fitness memberships, travel vouchers, and paid work anniversary sabbaticals.

Award winning work - our projects are consistently honored with recognitions from AIA, ENR, AGC, and more.

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision. The employee is also required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

EEO Statement:

Okland is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, Okland also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.

Visa and Sponsorship

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B Status, O -1, CPT, OT, etc.). Unless specifically stated in this job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.