What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Safety Manager position at DeSilva Gates Construction?
A career in safety at our company means stepping into a role where your expertise directly protects people, strengthens project teams, and shapes a culture of accountability. As a Regional Safety Manager, you’ll be a visible, trusted partner on our jobsites—coaching crews, reinforcing our Production Risk Management approach, and ensuring every employee goes home safely each day. You’ll combine hands-on field engagement with proactive hazard identification, thoughtful documentation, and meaningful follow-through on incident prevention, making you a key driver of continuous improvement across our operations.
We are looking for a dedicated Regional Safety Manager to join our team in San Francisco Bay Area. The Regional Safety Manager position may be assigned to oversee safety operations across multiple job sites.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Safety Policy Implementation
- Implement and enforce company safety policies through personal interaction with project teams and field leaders and employees on jobsites.
- Teach, coach, and mentor the company’s Safety Culture through Production Risk Management (PRM). May assist with training efforts, based on department needs.
Compliance and Evaluation
- Conduct site surveys to evaluate safety program implementation & compliance.
- Write & review safety documentation (Job Hazard Analysis, incident reports, pictures, traffic control plans, pothole excavation plan, etc.) at each jobsite visited.
- Attend daily safety meetings, providing Safety Training and awareness.
Hazard Identification and Prevention
- Proactively identify hazards to prevent harm to employees, equipment, and the environment.
- Investigate & document incidents, accidents, and near misses at the scene.
Incident/Risk Management
- Track progress of “Future Preventative Measures” from incident investigations to completion.
- Utilize resources (local, state, federal) to evaluate risk management effectiveness.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent safety experience.
- 5 years of experience in heavy construction safety.
- Experience leading safety training, workshops or courses related to civil construction
- Cal/OSHA 30-hour construction training course.
- First Aid and CPR certifications
- Confined Space and Fall Protection certifications
Preferred
- Minimum 3 years’ experience developing and managing safety programs.
Additional Requirements
- Required to pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Reliable transportation to travel to different job sites.
- Ability to work days, nights, weekends and possibly overtime as required.
Who Are We Looking For?
- Effectively tackles unforeseen challenges with creative solutions.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively.
- Make tough decisions when necessary.
- Honest, transparent, and ethical.
- Approachable
Total compensation package includes the following:
- Pay (base salary) from $120,000/year (depending on qualifications)
- Profit sharing- cash and deferred
- Vehicle allowance & gas card
- Comprehensive coverage- health, dental, vision (Competitive premiums with participation in yearly wellness program)
- Insurance- life and disability
- Paid time off and Paid holidays
- 401k plan
- Financial planning assistance
- Career growth and development
DeSilva Gates Construction is a place to build a strong, growth focused career supported by mentorship from industry leaders. We deliver heavy civil construction projects with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence—while helping our employees advance and succeed.
Founded in 1932, we are an award winning contractor specializing in grading, paving, and construction management. Our culture is rooted in safety, respect, teamwork, and clear communication, with a family oriented, client focused approach grounded in honesty and accountability.
We’re looking for self-motivated, ethical professionals who take ownership, build strong relationships, and thrive both independently and in teams. With a wide range of public and private projects, you’ll have opportunities to grow and take on meaningful challenges.
DeSilva Gates Construction is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
For more information about DeSilva Gates Construction, please visit our website at www.desilvagates.com.