Safety Specialist III

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for a Safety Specialist III to join our team in Texas. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Responsible for overseeing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) performance across assigned regional operations within the Geospatial Division. This role supports the technical focus areas of Land Services (Right-of-Way), Mapping & Survey, Oil & Gas, and Aerial Operations (manned aircraft and Unmanned Aerial Systems – UAS). Partners closely with regional operations leadership and field teams to implement and enforce comprehensive safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a proactive culture of safety. The position plays a critical role in reducing workplace injuries, minimizing risk exposure, and maintaining compliance with federal (OSHA), state, and local regulations.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and risk management principles.
Able to create Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for high-risk activities.
Experience conducting field audits and hazard assessments.
Ability to lead effective incident investigations and root cause analysis.
Strong communication and training facilitation skills.
Ability to influence field personnel and operations leadership.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Reduction in regional recordable incidents and injury rates.
Increased reporting of near-miss and leading safety indicators.
Area of responsibility meets Bowman required Safety Training Completion 90%
Area of responsibility meets Bowman required Safety Meeting Participation 90%
Improved jobsite audit performance and compliance scores.
Strong safety engagement and accountability within the region.
Consistent alignment with corporate safety standards and operational excellence.
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5+ years of progressive safety experience in field-based operations.
Experience supporting multi-site or regional operations.

Nice To Haves

Background in geospatial services, surveying, oil & gas, utilities, infrastructure, or aviation operations strongly preferred.
CSHO, CSP, ASP, GSP, or CHST preferred.
OSHA 30-hour certification (or higher) preferred.
EM 385-1-1 24-Hour Safety Training (minimum requirement for SSHO roles) preferred.
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) preferred.
Knowledge of FAA/UAS regulatory compliance is a plus.
First Aid / CPR / AED preferred.

Responsibilities

Regional Safety Leadership & Support
Serve as the primary safety resource for regional leadership and field teams.
Support day-to-day operational safety needs across multiple project sites.
Partner with regional managers to integrate safety into project planning and execution.
Promote a strong safety culture focused on hazard recognition, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Provide regional leadership in implementing the company’s enterprise Safety Management System (SMS)
Ensure project teams understand and comply with client safety standards, site requirements, and operational controls.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Monitor and interpret regulatory changes affecting regional operations.
Assist in preparation for and response to regulatory inspections.
Work with Senior Safety Leader to develop and review Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) to meet client and regulatory expectations.
Support compliance with FAA and other aviation-related requirements for manned and UAS operations, where applicable.
Jobsite Inspections & Field Audits
Conduct routine and unannounced jobsite inspections across all service lines.
Identify hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
Document findings and track trends to identify systemic risk areas.
Provide practical, field-based safety guidance in diverse and remote environments.
Identify SIF (Serious Injury & Fatality) indicators and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.
Training & Development
Deliver safety training programs tailored to regional operations.
Support development of new Division specific training programs.
Facilitate new hire safety orientation and subcontractor onboarding.
Ensure required certifications and training records are current.
Coach supervisors and field leads on safe work practices and leadership accountability.
Incident Investigation & Risk Management
Serve as first point of contact for workplace injury reporting.
Lead and document investigations of incidents, near-misses, and property damage events.
Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
Track regional safety metrics (TRIR, DART, leading indicators).
Identify and implement proactive risk mitigation strategies to reduce accidents and injuries.
Program Administration
Implement corporate and divisional safety policies at the regional level.
Maintain safety documentation and reporting systems.
Support subcontractor safety prequalification and oversight.
Participate in client safety meetings and audits as required.
Review Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).