Job Title: Safety Manager

Job Description

The Safety Manager will oversee safety management for GBA Builders, primarily based in Kansas City with occasional travel to job sites across the country. This role is responsible for supporting, managing, and providing oversight to the Safety team and their assigned projects. The Safety Manager will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality control procedures, specifications, building codes, and safety regulations. They will also advise the Director of Field Operations on site policies and strategic initiatives, while supporting training, performance management, staffing, and resource and budget planning to drive excellence across field operations.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight to the assigned safety team, serving as a subject matter resource and leveraging deep knowledge of the company's safety program to support training, resolve complex issues, and uphold company standards.Ensure Safety programs remain compliant with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, and advise leadership on emerging requirements.Manage staff communication and planning by clearly communicating job expectations, aligning on performance, and assisting field teams with project setup, logistics, and planning.Partner with preconstruction teams to develop and integrate project-specific Safety and Environmental plans, ensuring early alignment with company standards and client expectations through execution.Review project specifications and plans to identify Safety and Environmental risks, ensuring issues are addressed prior to project execution.Oversee field staff by forecasting needs, maintaining SOPs, aligning assignments with project requirements, and providing ongoing support throughout the project lifecycle.Support the Director of Field Operations by overseeing talent-related responsibilities and monitoring projects at a high level to ensure cross-functional alignment and keep senior leadership informed.Coordinate training and professional development opportunities for field staff and conduct bi-annual Building Your Career (BYC) reviews with assigned team members.Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

Proven ability to provide program-level oversight and guidance across multiple projects, ensuring consistent application of Safety standards.Expertise in construction processes, plans/specifications, and contracts.Excellent problem-solving, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.Proficiency in construction technology platforms, field documentation tools, and data-driven reporting to monitor quality and safety performance at the program level.Demonstrated leadership in fostering a culture of quality, safety, and inclusion, while driving continuous improvement across field operations.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.OSHA 500 certification required.OSHA-30 certification required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Anticipates emotional dynamics in teams and adapts communication style to maintain collaboration and trust.Models emotionally intelligent behavior and mentors others in managing interpersonal challenges and team morale.Actively participates in Immersive EQ program to improve lowest domain.Bachelor's degree in construction management, occupational safety, engineering, or a related field AND 15+ years of relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience directly or indirectly supervising staff with increasing responsibility.Progressive construction experience in a leadership capacity on large or complex projects.USACE CQM certification preferred.Experience in ProjectSight preferred.

Work Environment

The work environment involves both office settings and job site visits, requiring travel 1-2 nights weekly. The role utilizes construction technology platforms and field documentation tools, with a focus on maintaining safety standards across varied projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife, accident, and disability coverage401(k) with company matchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiativesPaid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time offOpportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2026.

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