Regional Safety Manager

Align Builders

About The Position

Align Builders is on a mission to redefine the construction experience, and we believe we can only achieve this through partnering with exceptional talent! We are looking to hire a Regional Safety Leader who possesses strong values, communicates clearly, displays a consistently strong work ethic, and is eager to build lasting relationships within the industry. The Safety Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing jobsite safety programs across multiple commercial construction projects, promoting a proactive culture of health and safety, ensuring compliance with all OSHA and regulatory requirements, conducting site-specific safety planning and training, and partnering closely with project leadership to identify, mitigate, and prevent hazards while supporting teams in delivering high-quality projects safely and efficiently.

Requirements

Team Player: Embraces working collectively as a team
Hungry: Aptitude and passion to learn, listen and grow
Extreme Ownership: trusted to hold themselves accountable and do the right thing
Disciplined: adheres to process and protocol, working diligently and urgently
Positive: maintains positive attitude and professional attitude under pressure
Principled: Has a reputation of working diligently and supporting teams
Clear: Skilled at organizing chaos into manageable systems, ideas and tasks
Critical Thinker: Confident in ability to find practical effective solutions
Galvanizing: Aligns, inspires and motivates others toward common outcomes
Ability to travel between multiple projects spanning our Orange County, San Diego region (Irvine, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Downtown San Diego, La Jolla and Chula Vista)
Knowledge and familiarity with construction processes, practices, and procedures
Proven ability to adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information or conditions
Experience monitoring work to ensure quality standards and attention to detail
Interpersonal Skills: ability to engage with clients, internal team members, and trade contractors in a constructive, productive way to overcome obstacles and achieve results.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, project management software (Procore), and scheduling software (Microsoft Project).
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering,, or related field (or equivalent experience). or a related field (or equivalent experience).
10+ years of safety leadership experience within commercial construction
Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and California-specific safety requirements
Proven experience managing safety programs across multiple active projects and geographic regions
Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to influence at all levels, from field crews to executive leadership
OSHA 500 certification

Nice To Haves

Experience with design-build and complex commercial projects preferred
Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, or equivalent strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the companywide safety program across multiple regional offices and active job sites.
Establish and lead safety policies, procedures, and standards aligned with company objectives, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
Provide visible leadership in the field, supporting project teams, superintendents, and subcontractors to drive sage work practices.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve safety training programs for employees and trade partners.
Conduct and oversee job site safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments; ensure timely corrective actions.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries; lead root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.
Track, analyze, and report safety metrics (TRIR, EMR, DART, etc.) and recommend strategies for continuous improvement.
Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, insurance carriers, and external safety consultants
Partner with operations, preconstruction, and executive leadership to integrate safety into planning, scheduling, and execution
Support with preconstruction and design-build efforts by reviewing safety plans, logistics, and risk mitigation strategies
Lead, mentor, and develop safety managers and field safety staff
Promote a strong safety-first culture where accountability, communication, and continuous improvement are core values
Ability to travel regularly to project sites throughout San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles
Capable of working in active construction environments, including walking job sites, climbing stairs/ladders, and standing for extended periods of time