Job Description

Safety Manager – Civil Infrastructure

Location: Austin, TX

Experience: 5+ Years

Project: Major Airport Civil Expansion

Company: Leading Employee-Owned Heavy Civil Contractor

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus + Full Benefits + ESOP

Company Overview

A nationally recognized heavy civil contractor with over a century of experience is seeking a qualified Safety Manager to support a high-profile, multi-year airport infrastructure project in the Austin area. This company is 100% employee-owned and operates with a strong culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration.

With a legacy of delivering highways, bridges, rail systems, and aviation infrastructure across the southern U.S., the company empowers its employee-owners to contribute meaningfully to impactful projects while growing their careers.

Position Overview

The Safety Manager will lead on-site safety efforts for a major civil project involving extensive taxiway construction, drainage improvements, and utility relocation as part of a multi-billion-dollar airport expansion program. This role includes oversight of 2–3 junior safety team members and coordination with subcontractors to maintain a proactive, compliant safety environment.

The position offers long-term project stability and future opportunities across the broader regional market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and enforcement of project-specific safety programs and procedures
• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate safety staff and subcontractors
• Conduct regular job site audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FAA, and internal safety standards
• Provide training, toolbox talks, and safety briefings to site personnel
• Collaborate with project leadership and external stakeholders to support safe execution
• Participate in night shifts or phased operations as needed (e.g., concrete pours)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of safety experience in civil infrastructure or heavy construction
• Experience managing safety on high-value, multi-discipline projects (aviation preferred)
• In-depth knowledge of applicable federal and local safety regulations
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
• Safety certifications such as CHST, CSP, or OSHA 30/500-hour are a plus

Benefits & Compensation

• Employee Ownership: Eligible for ESOP participation (average annual contributions of 12–15% of base salary)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match
• Performance Incentives: Annual bonus and vehicle provisions (plus gas card)
• Career Pathways: Long-term advancement within a stable and growing company

Professionals seeking to make a lasting safety impact on complex infrastructure projects—while being part of a company that values ownership and excellence—are encouraged to apply.

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