Field Safety Manager

ESCO • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. We’re 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• $70,000 – $90,000 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 company subsidized health and dental insurance, vision insurance, company paid basic life and disability insurance and other voluntary 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree