On-Site Safety Manager-Bilingual

ABM US•Abilene, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ABM is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to support large-scale industrial construction and mission-critical project environments. The role develops, implements, and leads safety, health, and environmental programs to promote a strong safety culture across multiple project sites. The Safety Manager serves as the primary safety liaison for clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies, driving safe work practices in complex construction environments involving high-risk activities, multiple trades, and fast-paced schedules. The position owns and administers site or regional safety programs, reviews project safety plans and pre-task planning documents, and oversees audits, incident investigations, training, corrective actions, regulatory compliance, and safety performance reporting. It also manages workers’ compensation and injury case management with HR and Risk Management, safety budgets and equipment programs, and responses to regulatory agencies.

Requirements

Five or more years of progressive safety experience, preferably in construction, manufacturing, cleanroom, semiconductor, or mission-critical environments.
Experience supporting complex clients and projects with a focus on compliance and operational excellence.
Knowledge of OSHA recordkeeping, training records, and other compliance requirements spanning federal and state regulations.
OSHA 30 certification required.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, including 29 CFR 1910 and 1926, and related standards.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders.
Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health Technology, or a related field; on-the-job work experience is also referenced.
Bilingual proficiency is preferred, with the ability to deliver safety instruction, answer questions, and coach employees effectively in both languages.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual proficiency.
OSHA 500/510 authorized trainer, CHST, ASP, or CSP certification.

Responsibilities

Own and administer site or regional safety, health, and environmental programs, including written programs, policies, and procedures that meet or exceed ABM standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
Review project safety plans; conduct field audits, incident investigations, and safety meetings; and follow up on corrective actions.
Review and approve Job Safety Analyses, Activity Hazard Analyses, LOTO procedures, permits, and other pre-task planning documents.
Direct incident response, investigations, and root-cause analysis, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
Manage workers’ compensation and injury case management in partnership with HR and Risk Management.
Continuously improve OSHA recordkeeping programs.
Track, analyze, and report leading and lagging safety indicators.
Develop and deliver training content and ensure regulatory and client training requirements are met.
Enforce policies, recognize desired behaviors, coach employees, set expectations, and support performance management.
Manage the safety budget, PPE, training, and equipment inspection and certification programs.
Direct the activities and operations of others, including resolution of hazardous situations.
Interface with OSHA and other regulatory agencies and lead responses to citations, variances, and requests for information.
Serve as the primary safety liaison for clients, general contractors, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.