Site Safety Manager

Griffith Company • San Diego, CA

8d • $100,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Griffith Company is seeking a Site Safety Manager for its San Diego Airport project. The manager will monitor nighttime onsite activities to ensure work is conducted safely and efficiently, and will work with the Project Manager and Superintendent to help lead the project team in establishing and maintaining a strong safety culture. This culture is grounded in company values, best-practice safety management systems, strong communication, personal accountability, people development, and authentic engagement.

The role coordinates safety training and orientations, supports compliance with safety regulations and project requirements, leads incident investigations and site safety audits, coordinates emergency response, maintains safety records and postings, and helps ensure project operations follow applicable safety and traffic-control requirements. The position also supports project submittals, PPE procurement and training, environmental testing and recordkeeping, and communication with the project owner or agency.

The work requires night availability and includes regular jobsite observation in varied weather, noise, and terrain conditions, including elevated and excavated areas. The position may involve travel to jobsite visits and meetings. Griffith Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, performance-based compensation, and employee ownership through its ESOP. The stated annual salary range is $100,000–$130,000; relocation assistance may be provided to candidates outside the local area on a case-by-case basis.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of heavy construction experience.
• At least 5 years of construction-industry safety experience as a safety professional or supervisor with safety responsibility.
• Valid, unexpired OSHA 30-hour Construction card.
• OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour Outreach Instructor certifications.
• First aid and CPR training.
• Working knowledge of excavations, confined spaces, fall protection, hazard communication, crane and rigging operations, concrete and asphalt paving, and the ability to conduct awareness-level training in each discipline.
• Working knowledge of causal analysis methods.
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work well with the construction project site team, owners, and construction management firms.
• Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Efficient recordkeeping and submittal of required project safety documentation.
• Ability to work nights.
• Good driving record and ability to safely operate a vehicle for jobsite visits and company meetings.
• Ability to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Airport construction experience is strongly desired.
• First aid and CPR trainer experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate or assist with jobsite orientation and safety training.
• Lead site supervisors in enforcing safety standards according to the IIPP.
• Assist with or coordinate subcontractor compliance with jobsite safety regulations and requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, provide reports, and ensure the project team completes corrective actions.
• Assist with or coordinate weekly toolbox meetings with site supervisors.
• Ensure the Project Safety Plan is in place, roles are defined, and action plans are established.
• Coordinate emergency response and ensure employees receive medical treatment.
• Maintain jobsite postings in accordance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Lead or conduct site safety audits in accordance with the Project Safety Plan.
• Ensure operations comply with the CA MUTCD and temporary traffic-control plans.
• Assist the Project Manager with submittals.
• Provide daily reports and document daily jobsite safety inspections.
• Help ensure company compliance with Dig Alert (811) ground-disturbance tickets and permits in accordance with CA GC4216.
• Maintain and update project logs.
• Provide safety and security materials to personnel.
• Assist with procurement and distribution of PPE and provide related training.
• Attend monthly safety meetings held by the Owner/Agency.
• Test noise, air flow, and air quality, and maintain records of testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a superior health benefits package.
• Performance-based compensation.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing employees the opportunity to benefit financially from the company's success.
• Vacation time.
• Sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) program with employer match.
• Relocation assistance may be provided to candidates outside the local area on a case-by-case basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed