Senior Safety Manager-Foundations

Kimmel & Associates • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $125,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is seeking a Senior Safety Manager – Foundations to lead safety strategy and execution across a multistate deep foundations operation. This is a senior-level leadership position responsible for developing and managing safety programs across a five-state region while partnering closely with project management, field leadership, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate will bring significant civil construction safety experience and a strong understanding of the unique risks associated with deep foundations, cranes, rigging, heavy equipment, and complex construction operations.

Requirements

• 8–10 years of progressive construction safety experience, preferably within civil/heavy civil construction.
• Significant experience supporting multistate construction operations.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and construction safety standards and best practices.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop safety personnel.
• Strong analytical, communication, organizational, and project-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Health, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively throughout a five-state region.
• Strong understanding of deep foundations, cranes, rigging, heavy equipment, and related construction hazards preferred.

Nice To Haves

• OHST, CHST, or CSP certification.
• OSHA 500 certification.
• Confined Space training.
• HAZWOPER training.
• DOT and/or MSHA training.
• Class A or B CDL with current medical card.
• Experience with deep foundations, commercial/high-rise construction, bridges and marine structures, industrial/manufacturing facilities, or infrastructure and transportation projects is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage multistate safety programs for deep foundation operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop safety professionals across the organization.
• Conduct and oversee risk assessments and develop site-specific safety plans.
• Perform jobsite audits and inspections to identify hazards and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and assist with regulatory inspections and inquiries.
• Lead investigations involving incidents, near misses, property damage, and other safety events.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans and monitor their effectiveness.
• Analyze safety performance metrics and communicate trends, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Develop and coordinate safety training programs for field and project personnel.
• Partner with project managers, site supervisors, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to maintain high safety standards.
• Provide guidance on safe operations involving cranes, rigging, heavy equipment, and deep foundation activities.
• Support the continued development of a proactive, company-wide safety culture.
• Travel regularly throughout a five-state operating region to support projects and field teams.

Benefits

• $125,000–$165,000 base salary, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA with company contributions.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Performance-based profit sharing.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company vehicle.
• Relocation assistance, if needed.
• Opportunity to provide regional safety leadership within an established and growing heavy civil organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior