Safety Manager - RENO, NEVADA

**THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION**

We are seeking a proactive and experienced construction Safety Manager to lead and oversee our safety program for our Reno, Nevada office. This role is responsible for implementing company strategic safety initiatives, maintaining regulatory compliance (OSHA), and fostering a safety-first culture throughout our organization.

Who we are:

Mark III Construction is a commercial and industrial construction company headquartered in Sacramento, California. Founded in 1976, Mark III started as an electrical contractor with a vision to become a multi-trade construction company. Fast-forward, Mark III’s footprint extends from Central to Northern California with additional operating offices in Fresno. Mark III takes a big picture approach to the construction process, self-performing electrical, plumbing, processed piping, HVAC, low voltage, underground, pre-fabrication, and MEP design. Instead of multiple consultants and countless subcontractors, the customer works with just one company to eliminate multiple profit layers and complexity of schedules. We have an impressive project history in the industrial, commercial, biotechnology, and food-grade technology industries. From construction to service, Mark III also has a service team that is available for 24/7 emergency service and has the capabilities to perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, general maintenance repairs, and much more.

Mission:

Leading the Evolution of Construction

Vision:

Expose the World to a New Way to Build

Core Values:

Teamwork, Integrity, Perseverance, Continuous Improvement, Excellence

What we offer:

Competitive Compensation, Paid Time Off, Internal and External Training, 401K, Medical, Dental and Vision

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Partner with the safety director in the development of safety strategies and assist in leading its implementation across all job sites and service department .
• Partner with safety director, project managers, and superintendents to embed safety into daily operations.
• Potentially, supervise safety coordinator(s), provide coaching and mentorship.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Workplace Violence, DOT, EPA, and NFPA standards.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis; track corrective actions through completion.
• Assist in all OSHA related issues such as inspections, yearly reports for Nevada, job site posters, citations, hearings, etc.
• Assist the investigation of vehicle/equipment damage incidents/accidents and prepare required reports.

Training & Engagement

• Deliver on-site safety training, toolbox talks, and onboarding for new hires and subcontractors.
• Assist in the short-service employee program (e.g., green helmet band).
• Facilitate field engagement sessions, and behavior-based safety observations.
• Recommend and enforce disciplinary actions against safety policy violators.

Audits & Reporting

• Conduct regular safety audits of job sites and facilities; report findings to Safety Director with corrective action plans.
• Track leading and lagging indicators for projects: TRIR, DART, MVIR, near-misses, safety suggestions, etc. for Nevada office.
• Make corrective action recommendations to the Safety Director concerning safety and health issues that may affect the company.

Emergency Preparedness & Field Support

• Maintain site Emergency Action Plans (EAP), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Method of Procedures (MOPs) and site-specific safety plans (SSSPs).
• Support field teams with high-risk activity planning (e.g., hot work, confined space, trenching, electrical LOTO).

Minimum Qualifications

• 5-10 years of safety management experience in construction, MEP, manufacturing, and/or field service industries.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, ANSI standards, and DOT/FMCSA requirements.
• Valid NV Driver’s License and clean driving record (travel to sites required).
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience), a plus.

Preferred Certifications

• Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) (highly desirable)
• OSHA 500 Certified
• OSHA 30 (Required within last 5 years)
• NFPA 70E Trained
• CPR/First Aid Trained (required)
• Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred)

Physical Exertion Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Safety Manager role in a construction environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

1.      Sedentary Work

Definition: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Involves sitting most of the time, but may involve brief periods of walking or standing.

Examples in Role:

Conducting safety data analysis at a desk.

Reviewing safety reports, documentation, and compliance logs.

Participating in virtual meetings or completing training modules.

Preparing and updating safety forms, procedures, and training materials.

2.      Light Work

Definition: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly. Requires a good deal of walking or standing, or involves sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.

Examples in Role:

Walking job sites for inspections.

Carrying a laptop/iPad, clipboard, or small safety equipment bag.

Demonstrating proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Climbing one or two flights of stairs in an office or site trailer.

3.      Medium Work

Definition: Exerting 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10–25 pounds frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds constantly.

Examples in Role:

Carrying boxes of safety supplies or training materials.

Transporting portable signage, cones, or barricades.

Moving small tools or safety equipment during inspections.

Climbing ladders or scaffolds during safety observations.

4.      Heavy Work

Definition: Exerting 50–100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25–50 pounds frequently, and/or 10–20 pounds constantly.

Examples in Role:

Assisting in lifting or moving heavy safety equipment, fall protection gear, or materials during incident investigations.

Setting up or dismantling temporary guardrails or heavy barricades.

Moving large fire extinguishers or compressed gas cylinders for inspections.

Participating in rescue drills involving simulated casualty extraction.

5.      Very Heavy Work

Definition: Exerting over 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or over 50 pounds frequently, and/or over 20 pounds constantly.

Examples in Role:

Rare in routine duties but may be required during emergency situations.

Assisting with removal of injured personnel from confined spaces or elevated work areas.

Participating in rescue operations requiring lifting or dragging heavy individuals or materials.

Handling large, awkward objects during emergency response.

6.      Additional Physical Requirements for Safety Managers in Construction:

Mobility: Ability to walk long distances, navigate uneven terrain, climb ladders and scaffolding, and enter confined spaces.

Vision: Close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus for reading reports, identifying hazards, and observing work activities.

Hearing: Ability to hear and understand speech in noisy environments and to detect safety alarms, warnings, and equipment sounds.

Environmental Exposure: Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, construction noise, dust, fumes, and varying temperatures.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Company Vehicle
• Training & Development

Salary Band is $75k - $115k DOE. This does not include bonus potential and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

"Mark III Construction and its affiliated companies is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, caste, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, marital status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, protected veteran or military status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law."