Regional Safety Manager

Do you want the opportunity to assist in shaping and developing safety practices in a growing region? Do you enjoy being a trusted safety resource and promoting a safety-first culture across teams and project sites?

As a Regional Safety Manager, you will have the opportunity to oversee safety operations within SVM’s Nevada operations. The Regional Safety Manager will play a crucial role in cultivating a safety-first culture, ensuring a safe working environment for employees, visitors, and project activities while ensuring alignment to SVM safety protocols and compliance with regulatory standards.

What You Will Do

• Oversee SVM’s safety operations across Nevada operations including fabrication facilities, office, and project sites.
• Collaborate with the Safety Director to develop, implement, and maintain region-specific SOPs, safety policies, and plans tailored to Nevada’s environmental conditions and project types, reviewing and updating as needed.
• Roll out new safety initiatives and tools in Nevada, ensuring alignment with SVM’s safety standards and strategic goals.
• Identify, promote, and facilitate training to enhance safety knowledge and encourage best practices across regional operations.
• Maintain and enforce region-specific safety training programs, ensuring employees receive the appropriate training to meet certification requirements, project demands, environmental conditions, and role-specific safety needs.
• Lead and oversee a team of safety professionals including Safety Officers and administrators, conducting monthly check-ins and annual reviews to support professional growth.
• Track and analyze regional safety performance metrics, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct site visits, job walks, and safety audits to identify hazards, support teams and monitor safety practices in real-time.
• Audit job walks performed by Safety Officers to identify potential hazards and provide feedback.
• Support Project Management and field leaders in developing and reviewing site-specific safety plans.
• Attend monthly meetings with the Safety Director to review incidents, strategic goals, SOPs, and emerging safety concerns within the region.
• Participate in monthly foreman meetings and quarterly project management meetings to address safety planning and resource allocation.
• Provide coaching throughout jobsite safety encounters, promoting accountability and reinforcing SVM’s safety-first culture.
• Conduct regular safety meetings with the safety team and field leadership to discuss current topics, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Enforce corrective action plans for identified safety violations or hazards.
• Maintain and conduct training on emergency response plans, ensuring employees are prepared for emergencies.
• Serve as the regional point of contact for regulatory agencies, external auditors, and medical providers.
• Assist with escalated and critical safety tasks.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging safety trends.
• Support the Safety Department with other tasks as business requires.

Education, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or similar field highly preferred, equivalent professional experience within a safety-focused discipline required.
• Minimum of 10 years of safety leadership experience in a Regional Safety Manager or equivalent role required, within the AEC industry highly preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety standards and practices including fall protection, cranes, excavations, scaffolding, welding, PPE, heavy equipment operations, etc. highly preferred.
• Valid CSP and/or CHST certification required; ASP, OSHA 510, OSHA 500 a plus.
• Demonstrated expertise in OSHA regulations, along with local, state, federal safety standards and requirements required.
• Proven experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs, policies, and site-specific safety plans required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, and Word) and construction accounting software highly preferred.
• Possesses a valid California’s Driver’s License and willing to submit to a DMV report a must.
• Is willing to submit to a comprehensive background check required.

Compensation & Company Benefits Include

This is a full-time exempt position based out of SVM’s Nevada office. The compensation for this role is $130,000 - $155,000 annually and is based on experience and skillset.

Health: Medical / Dental / Vision / Life & Disability Insurance / FSA

Well-Being: Robust Maternity & Paternity Leave / EAP / Paid Holidays / PTO / Sick Leave / Interactive Breakroom

Financial Wellness: 401k w/ Employer Contribution / Employee Referral Bonus / “Positive Pulse”

Community Investment: Volunteer Opportunities / Team Building Activities / Employee Activities

Physical Requirements

As a Regional Safety Manager in the Mechanical Contracting Industry, there are certain physical requirements you should be aware of. These requirements ensure that you are capable of performing the necessary tasks safely and effectively. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified applicants who may not be able to fulfil certain aspects of the role. The key physical requirements for this role are outlined below:

• This role may involve extensive physical activity including walking, standing, climbing, and driving to customer sites.
• This role may involve moving freely and navigating various areas within the construction site, including climbing ladders, stairs, or accessing elevated equipment.
• This role may require working at elevated heights while inspecting jobsites.
• This role may be required to navigate through tight spaces, such as crawlspaces, attics, or mechanical rooms.
• This role may be required to review technical specifications, pre-task plans, and other documentation to determine the safest way to perform certain tasks.
• The role requires working in various environments, including construction sites and commercial buildings, and under diverse weather conditions such as extreme heat or snow, particularly in Nevada.
• This role may require utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when visiting jobsites.

Who We Are:

At SVM, we are more than just a leading mechanical contractor specializing in design-build commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, service/maintenance, and 24-hour emergency services. We are a team dedicated to supporting the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Nevada regions with trusted expertise and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional experiences at every level.

Our success is built on a collaborative culture that values teamwork, innovation, and doing the right thing. We take pride in fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where every team member feels supported, valued, and empowered to grow. At SVM, we believe our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize their development, well-being, and success.

Our state-of-the-art fabrication facility reflects our dedication to quality and efficiency. By leveraging cutting-edge 3D design and manufacturing technology, we detail and fabricate ductwork, piping, and pre-skidded equipment to execute projects with precision and excellence.

At SVM, we don’t just focus on work—we focus on balance. We encourage a life-work approach that allows our team to thrive both personally and professionally. We are committed to helping our team members grow, stay curious, and work collaboratively to tackle any challenge. With the support of peers, managers, and executive leadership, our team is equipped to succeed and build meaningful careers.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhausted list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.