Regional Safety Manager (Copy)
Key Skills for This Role
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Competencies & Characteristics
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
Essential Functions & Abilities
Implement the company safety program and the site-specific safety plan on your assigned project.
Maintain a visible presence in the field and support the Superintendent, foremen and subcontractors in driving safe work practices.
Conduct daily jobsite walks, inspections and hazard assessments, and track corrective actions to timely closure.
Review subcontractor activity hazard analyses, pre-task plans and permits, and verify that work is planned and performed safely.
Lead or support new-worker orientations, toolbox talks and task-specific safety training.
Support incident and near-miss reporting, participate in investigations and root cause analysis, and help implement preventative measures.
Maintain accurate safety records, including inspection logs, training records, orientation documentation and incident reports.
Provide project data for safety metrics (such as TRIR, DART and EMR inputs) and share trends and recommendations with the Regional Safety Leader.
Support environmental compliance on site, including stormwater (SWPPP) inspections, housekeeping, waste management and spill prevention.
Serve as an on-site point of contact for owners, inspectors, insurance carriers and regulators, coordinating with the Regional Safety Leader as needed.
Partner with the Project Manager and Superintendent to integrate safety into look-ahead schedules, logistics and sequencing.
Stop work and escalate immediately when conditions present imminent danger.
Work in active construction environments, including walking job sites, climbing stairs and ladders, and standing for extended periods.
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge and familiarity with construction processes, practices, and procedures
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and California-specific safety requirements (Cal/OSHA).
- 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).
Education / Experience Required
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
2+ 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
Experience with design-build and complex commercial projects preferred
Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, or equivalent strongly preferred
OSHA 500 certification
Benefits & Location
- 401k Dental, Medical, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Mentorship
- Multiple: San Diego County, Orange County and Los Angeles County
- Full-Time
Compensation
- The base pay range for this role is $80,000 – $120,000 per year.
- We exist to improve the construction project environment by inspiring people to build together.
Ready to Join Our Team?
Submit an application to take the first step toward building a future with Align Builders.
Requirements
- Knowledge and familiarity with construction processes, practices, and procedures
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and California-specific safety requirements (Cal/OSHA).
- 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).
About Align Builders
Private West Coast general contractor serving healthcare, science and technology, and higher-education clients.
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