What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Manager position at Interwest Construction, Inc.?
Safety Manager$125,000 – $170,000 | Lead Safety Company-Wide
Interwest Construction, Inc. (ICI)
Burlington (HQ), Everett, Port Angeles, Yakima
Full-time | Salary, exemptBuild With ChampionsNew ownership. New culture. Big things ahead.ICI is under new leadership. Roy Swihart, a longtime Interwest Construction employee and our former Vice President, is now our Owner and President. He knows this company from the ground up, and he is building it into a place where good people want to stay. Our culture runs on two values: Building Champions and Be Excellent. We invest in our people, hold ourselves to a high standard, and we are growing.
At Interwest Construction, you’ll have the opportunity to build, support, and sustain a safety program focused on getting the job done right, not on punching a clock. The best safety leaders have lives outside of work. Interwest supports our people and their families by encouraging balance, growth, and time for what matters at home. When life comes up, like a kid’s game or a doctor’s appointment, we do our best to work with you.
This role requires travel. You’ll be based out of the Interwest office closest to you (Burlington, Everett, Port Angeles, or Yakima), but a significant amount of your time will be spent on the road visiting our jobsites and other offices across Washington State.What you'll doOwn safety for every Interwest project and office. You'll have a direct voice with leadership and the backing to make sure every person goes home the same way they came to work:
- Own and update the written safety program, Accident Prevention Program, and safety policies
- Keep every project compliant with DOSH (WAC 296-155), OSHA, WSDOT, and owner safety requirements
- Ensure gravel pits and mining operations are compliant with MSHA regulations
- Partner with project managers and superintendents on site-specific safety plans and JHAs before work starts
- Audit and inspect jobsites, turn findings into practical fixes, and stop unsafe work when needed
- Lead incident and near-miss investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Manage workers' comp claims with L&I and run our return-to-work and light-duty program
- Build and deliver training: new-hire and subcontractor orientations, toolbox talks, competent person training
- Review subcontractor safety prequalification and onboarding
- Track and report safety performance (TRIR, EMR, leading indicators) to leadership
- Lead, coach, and develop safety coordinators across our regions
- $125,000 – $170,000 base salary, depending on experience
- Company vehicle, fuel card, laptop and cell phone
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- 401(k) with automatic enrollment and up to a 3.5% company match
- Paid time off starting at 13 days per year, plus 8 paid holidays
- Confidential employee assistance program
- A seat at the table with leadership that's invested in your growth
- MSHA knowledge and experience required
- Claims management experience required, including workers compensation and return-to-work
- 7 years of construction safety experience, ideally in heavy civil, bridge, or highway work
- 5 years leading a safety team or company safety program
- Strong working knowledge of Washington DOSH (WAC 296-155) and federal OSHA standards
- Experience leading incident investigations and corrective actions
- OSHA 30 and current First Aid/CPR/AED
- Competent person training in excavation and trenching, fall protection, and confined space
- Confident leading in the field and in the boardroom, from toolbox talks to executive meetings
- Organized and detail oriented, with accurate records and reports
- A valid driver's license (you'll travel between offices and project sites)
- CHST, ASP, or CSP certification preferred (or the drive to earn it with our support)
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at HR@interwest.biz.
Additional Requirements
- Pre-employment drug screening required
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Ability to adhere to all safety requirements
- Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, safe work practices, and integrity
Interwest Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – all qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and veterans, are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $125,000 - $170,000