Safety Manager - Colorado | Civil Construction

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: Starting base wage $90,000, up to $110,000 based on experience.

Safety Manager - Colorado | Civil Construction

Job Title: Safety Manager

Company:WesternStatesWater

Location: Office is located in Denver

Job Type:FullTime

This position is expected to be filled by September 30, 2025. To ensure consideration, please submit your application before that date.

About Us:

Western States Water is a leading civil construction company specializing in water infrastructure & reclamation projects. With over 300 employees, we are committed to maintaining the highest safety standards across all job sites. We are seeking a Safety Manager to develop and oversee a streamlined safety program, implement effective training, and track key safety performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure the well-being of our workforce.

Position Overview:

The Safety Manager will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive safety program across multiple job sites. This role will focus on ensuring regulatory compliance, enhancing safety culture, reducing workplace incidents, and providing leadership with measurable safety insights and KPIs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and manage a standardized safety program across all company projects.
• Conductsafety training programs for new hires and ongoing workforce education, ensuring compliance with OSHA and industry standards.
• Performregular job site inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits to identify and mitigate risks.
• Leadincident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action planning to prevent reoccurrences.
• Track and reportkey safety performance indicators (KPIs) such as incident rates, near misses, training completion rates, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure adherence tofederal, state, and local safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, DOT, MSHA).
• Act as the primary point of contact forsafety-related matters, inspections, and reporting to company leadership.
• Promote astrong safety culture by engaging with employees and fostering proactive safety practices.
• Manage Workers Compensation claims, including incident reporting, claim follow-ups, and working closely with medical providers.
• Attend injured employees medical appointments to ensure proper care and claim management.
  

Qualifications & Skills:

• 5+ years of safety management experience in the construction industry.
• Expertise in OSHA regulations, safety compliance, and best practices for construction.
• Experience in developing and leadingsafety training programs for field and office employees.
• Proven ability toanalyze and report safety metrics/KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee engagement skills.
• Preferred Certifications: OSHA 500, CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician), CSP (Certified Safety Professional), OSHA 30 or equivalent.
• Proficiency in safety management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) - Preferred, not required.

Benefits:

• Starting base wage $90,000, up to $110,000 based on experience.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
  
• Paid time off, holidays and sick time.
  

WSW is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Equal Opportunity policy at WSW provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, nation origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability or any other status(es) protected by law. WSW ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and mandatory supplements to EEO (revisions).