Safety Manager

Location: ALL REMOTE EMPLOYEES

Category: Legal

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Tags: Corporate Services - Legal/Safety/Risk Mgmt

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Safety Manager to join our team in Remotely.

 

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Lead, implement, and maintain the organizations safety programs to ensure a safe workplace and full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Provide on-site and organizational support for safety operations, deliver training, conduct evaluations, and partner with operations leadership to promote a proactive safety culture across offices and field teams.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive general guidance on key objectives while independently managing day-to-day safety operations within assigned regions or business units.
• Provide coaching and direction to employees related to safety practices, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource for staff and operations teams; review work for accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Support the development and rollout of companywide safety initiatives and training programs.

 

At the Operational and Company Level

• Conduct routine on-site safety evaluations at offices, job sites, and field operations; document findings and coach personnel to reinforce safe behaviors.
• Lead or support branch safety efforts, including office safety, emergency action planning, new employee orientation, and localized training.
• Coordinate with Senior Leadership to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, client expectations, and internal policies.
• Assist in developing and implementing safety procedures, best practices, and programs at the local level.
• Support integration of newly acquired entities into company safety culture, expectations, and systems.
• Participate in internal safety committees or councils and contribute insights from site visits, observations, and incident reviews.

 

Do the Work

• Deliver required safety training programs, including compliance training, toolbox talks, lunch & learns, and specialized training based on job functions.
• Conduct accident, incident, and near-miss investigations; determine root causes and develop corrective action recommendations.
• Monitor branch/regional safety metrics, identify trends, and communicate actionable insights to leadership.
• Prepare and maintain safety records, including inspections, incident reports, training documentation, and OSHA-required logs.
• Support compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, FMCSA, FAA, and other applicable regulatory bodies, as well as client-specific requirements.
• Draft safety-related communications for assigned regions, including updates, alerts, and evaluation summaries.
• Collaborate with company leadership to resolve escalated issues.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and update procedures, programs, and training content accordingly.
• Contribute to emergency response planning, program maintenance, and preparedness drills.
• Foster a positive, proactive safety culture, engaging employees at all levels to promote safe practices and shared accountability.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety management, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Seven or more (7+) years of safety experience supporting construction, engineering, energy, mining, or related field operations.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, and DOT regulations required.
• Experience conducting field safety audits, training, and incident investigations.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel to field offices, job sites, and regional branches; availability to be on-call for urgent safety events as needed.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, CHST, CSP, CUSP) preferred but not required.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

 

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

 

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $107,907 - $137,581 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. 

 

 

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

 

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partly indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and
• traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing
• cabinets and fax machines.
• Partly outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures,
• excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling
• and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business, 30-50% of the time.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

 

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

 

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

 

If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive general guidance on key objectives while independently managing day-to-day safety operations within assigned regions or business units.
• Provide coaching and direction to employees related to safety practices, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource for staff and operations teams; review work for accuracy and compliance with company standards.
• Support the development and rollout of companywide safety initiatives and training programs.

 

At the Operational and Company Level

• Conduct routine on-site safety evaluations at offices, job sites, and field operations; document findings and coach personnel to reinforce safe behaviors.
• Lead or support branch safety efforts, including office safety, emergency action planning, new employee orientation, and localized training.
• Coordinate with Senior Leadership to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements, client expectations, and internal policies.
• Assist in developing and implementing safety procedures, best practices, and programs at the local level.
• Support integration of newly acquired entities into company safety culture, expectations, and systems.
• Participate in internal safety committees or councils and contribute insights from site visits, observations, and incident reviews.

 

Do the Work

• Deliver required safety training programs, including compliance training, toolbox talks, lunch & learns, and specialized training based on job functions.
• Conduct accident, incident, and near-miss investigations; determine root causes and develop corrective action recommendations.
• Monitor branch/regional safety metrics, identify trends, and communicate actionable insights to leadership.
• Prepare and maintain safety records, including inspections, incident reports, training documentation, and OSHA-required logs.
• Support compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, FMCSA, FAA, and other applicable regulatory bodies, as well as client-specific requirements.
• Draft safety-related communications for assigned regions, including updates, alerts, and evaluation summaries.
• Collaborate with company leadership to resolve escalated issues.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes and update procedures, programs, and training content accordingly.
• Contribute to emergency response planning, program maintenance, and preparedness drills.
• Foster a positive, proactive safety culture, engaging employees at all levels to promote safe practices and shared accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety management, occupational health, industrial hygiene, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Seven or more (7+) years of safety experience supporting construction, engineering, energy, mining, or related field operations.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, and DOT regulations required.
• Experience conducting field safety audits, training, and incident investigations.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel to field offices, job sites, and regional branches; availability to be on-call for urgent safety events as needed.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, CHST, CSP, CUSP) preferred but not required.