Project Safety Manager at Sukut – Irvine, California
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About This Position
Who We Are
Sukut Construction is a nationwide heavy civil general contractor with over 55 years of superior performance and industry expertise on residential, public, and commercial projects.
Our commitment to creating excellence in people and projects has earned us over 100 industry awards and recognition. Our vast array of services allows us to excel at developing and implementing innovative, technologically sound solutions to confront the most challenging land development, natural resource, and environmentally friendly energy issues throughout the United States. From employing a fully GPS-guided company-owned fleet of over 275 pieces of heavy equipment to developing proprietary technology for heavy civil engineering and logistics, Sukut's 55-year track record has elevated its work process to revolutionary and creative practice. This approach makes Sukut time and cost-efficient on every project.
Sukut’s culture of putting its employees first, coupled with an open-door and family-like environment, provides a welcoming atmosphere where every employee is encouraged to learn and grow.
Ready to build your career in safety? Sukut Construction is looking for a proactive, detail-minded Construction Project Safety Manager who’s passionate about keeping crews safe and projects successful. Join a team where your contributions matter and your growth is supported every step of the way.
Your Role: Project Safety Manager – Supporting teams, preventing hazards, and promoting a culture of safety excellence.
As a Project Safety Manager, you will contribute to Sukut’s success by supporting our safety team and partnering with project teams to maintain a safe working environment on construction sites. This role plays a key part in implementing safety initiatives, conducting inspections, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting a culture of safety excellence across all projects.
This position is assigned to the Syphon Reservoir Improvement Project, located near the City of Irvine, and is anticipated to last approximately 4 to 5 years. Upon completion of the project, the candidate may be considered for other available assignments based on business needs at that time.
What You’ll Do:
Assist in the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures.
Conduct or assist with regular inspections of construction sites, equipment, and tools to identify potential hazards.
Perform and document safety inspections at the beginning and end of each workday to identify and correct unsafe conditions.
Collaborate with regional safety managers and project team members to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
Attend and participate in safety and project meetings in support of the safety function, including high-risk activity reviews.
Assist with organizing and documenting safety training sessions for employees and subcontractors.
Maintain accurate records of safety-related activities, including inspections, training sessions, and incident reports.
Support the investigation of incidents and near-misses, compiling detailed reports as directed.
Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
Review subcontractor safety-related submittals for conformance with regulatory requirements and project specifications.
Support oversight of safety procedures for work performed by subcontractors and field crews.
Accompany client or District representatives during safety walks, as requested, and assist in addressing any identified unsafe conditions or behaviors.
Provide administrative support to the safety team, including scheduling meetings and maintaining files.
Assist in distributing safety materials and resources to promote a culture of safety awareness.
Travel as needed in support of the assigned project.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related field (or a combination of equivalent education and experience).
Clean driving record.
5+ years experience supporting or overseeing safety compliance on large-scale construction projects.
Eligibility to work in the United States, full-time with regular hours typically Monday – Friday.
Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive, confidential, and time-sensitive duties discreetly.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret instructions and safety regulations.
Working knowledge of construction safety practices, including Federal and Cal/OSHA requirements.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
A solid work ethic and commitment to maintaining a safe, productive work environment.
Nice to Have But Not Necessary
Prior experience in a safety capacity on dam construction projects.
Sukut Benefits Overview
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans with Sukut paying 100% of premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Employer-funded HSA contribution.
Employer-paid life insurance and identity theft plan for employees.
Voluntary supplemental health and welfare plans.
401(k) employer contribution, whether you contribute or not.
Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holiday time.
Profit sharing bonus potential.
Company vehicle or auto allowance and gas card.
Employee-owned.
Compensation
The reasonable compensation range for this position includes a new hire base annual rate of $90,000 – 130,0000 per year + comprehensive benefits + potential for a discretionary profit-sharing bonus.
Individual pay within this compensation range may span multiple levels within the role and is determined by assessing job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. It also factors in market demands and business needs. The disclosed range may be subject to change or modification based on business needs in the future.
Sukut Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Important Notice to Staffing Agencies / Recruiting Firms
Sukut Construction will not accept unsolicited resumes from any sources other than directly from a candidate, Sukut Construction employee or any of our external recruiting partners whom we already have an executed written agreement with. Any unsolicited resumes sent to any of the following will be considered Sukut Construction property: Sukut Construction mailing address, fax machine or any email address; Sukut Construction employees; or to Sukut Construction's applicant/candidate database. Sukut Construction will NOT pay a fee for any candidate placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Sukut Construction will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Sukut Construction’s Human Resources Director or Talent Associate to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Sukut Construction will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Sukut Construction’s Human Resources Director.