Safety Manager

Location: Sacramento, CA; must be able to travel to Canada for extended projects.             

Position Summary

The Forgen Safety Manager leads the implementation and administration of the Forgen Safety and Health Program. Primary responsibility is to support selected projects across the company, including high-profile and/or high-demand projects where superior safety and health performance is critical. This role is fully engaged in Forgen’s Incident and Injury Free (IIF) Commitment Journey and conducts and coordinates project audits, develops project Health and Safety plans (HASPs), supervises, and supports Safety and Health Supervisors/Technicians on their projects, conducts training, and facilitates incident investigations. Responsible for communicating information, leading, coaching, and training all levels of employees in safety and health compliance, policies, and best practices. The Safety Manager conducts air sampling and monitoring, completes/reviews permits, executes related duties as required by the environment and contract, develops consistent best practices and policies.

Forgen Overview

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Must be able to travel to Canada for extended projects.
• Lead, Manage and be Accountable (LMA) for their direct reports.
• Perform the roles and responsibilities for Safety Manager as listed on the Accountability Chart.
• Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Provide Safety and Health support to the project teams that is effective and suitable to achieve Forgen objectives.
• Assist the Regional Safety and Health Manager with the development and administration of programs and policies that advance Forgen’s commitment to Incident and Injury Free and safety compliance efforts.
• Identify safety training opportunities and program gaps and develop plans to meet such needs, in accordance with federal, state, and local agencies.
• Create and implement effective safety and health policies as needed to strengthen existing policies and cover gaps and deficiencies as they are discovered.
• Deliver training, mentoring, and coaching to project teams and the Safety and Health team in required and proactive subjects and skills.
• Work closely with project Operations teams to develop practices that support safety and health initiatives.
• Engage proactively with all project managers and supervisors to help them understand and follow safety practices.
• Evaluate all field operations, including emergency response procedures, for improvement in safety and health and risk control effectiveness.
• Provide statistical data and safety and health performance narratives to leadership.
• Provide regular, reliable data for the purposes of monitoring Safety and Health performance.
• Help create, improve, and comply with project Health and Safety Plan (HASP).
• Ensure that Forgen Safety and Health requirements are widely and consistently understood and implemented.
• Apply hazard identification and risk assessment processes at project sites and ensure implementation of appropriate control measures are taking place to reduce the risks to ALARP.
• Participate in the development and review process of Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs).
• Ensure all Safety Observations, inspections, training data, project specific information and incident reports are entered in Safety Mojo.
• Promote Safety and Health awareness through conducting new hire orientation, safety training and participating in Incident and Injury Free (IIF) campaigns.
• Conduct effective investigation of incidents and near misses, develop final reports and follow up corrective actions.
• Participate fully and openly in all compliance assurance audits, inspections and project meetings.
• Serve as a liaison between Forgen and client representatives.
• Perform and document inspections i.e., fire extinguisher, portable ladder, body harness etc.
• Review project schedules on a weekly basis and communicate with the direct line of reporting about conditions and safety and health concerns about their project.
• Perform air sampling, monitoring, data logging, calibrating instruments and basic IH tasks.
• Follow up the certification, training, medical screening etc. expiration dates of project employees and schedule/advise in advance accordingly.
• Identify the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) needs, order and issue PPE as required, and maintain adequate supplies to support Operations.
• Identify third party training needs and notify Project team as well as the direct line of reporting.
• Develop safety and health related training packages and ensure project personnel are trained as per the Training Matrix.
• Ensure Project Health and Safety Plan (HASP) aligns with client requirements.
• Evaluate and setup Occupational Clinics at respective project locations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Excel; strong written and verbal communication; effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of project plans, contract requirements, and safety policies; ability to perform under pressure and influence outcomes effectively.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors or advanced degree in a safety, engineering, construction or a related discipline.
• BCSP designation (e.g., CSP, CHST, STS)
• A minimum of five plus years of experience managing safety programs in civil, environmental, or general construction companies or similar high-end safety program backgrounds, including oil refining and mining.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Preferred Qualifications

• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • OSHA 500 Certification
  • First Aid and CPR
  • MSHA related courses

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non-craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.