Safety Program Manager

MacKay Sposito is seeking an experienced and dedicated Safety Program Manager to lead our safety initiatives across all field and office operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safety and compliance of our multi-state operations, which include California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana. The Safety Program Manager will have the expertise to oversee construction-related safety programs and guide the organization in maintaining a culture of safety.

Who We Are:

With more than 50 years of serving our clients and communities, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection services. With the addition of our subsidiary, Riparia Environmental, we deliver a full suite of services from design and engineering to maintenance and environmental compliance. Together, we balance development with environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We encourage you to ask around about us and do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll hear about our strong reputation and want to learn more, and we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of safety operations across field and office environments.
• Develop, implement, and manage safety programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain OSHA logs, prepare reports, and ensure timely submissions to regulatory bodies. This includes 3rd party vendor safety sites such as ISN, Veriforce, etc.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections at field sites and office locations.
• Provide guidance and training to employees on safety protocols and best practices.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to integrate safety into all organizational processes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on construction-related safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations in California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Stay current with safety regulations, trends, and technologies to continuously improve the safety program.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a safety management role, preferably in construction or environmental industries.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety practices.
• Multi-state safety compliance experience, particularly in California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Montana.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to influence a culture of safety.
• Proficiency in managing OSHA logs, safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Relevant safety certifications, including:
  • OSHA 30 Certification (minimum requirement).
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) preferred.
  • First Aid/CPR Certification.
  • HAZWOPER Certification (preferred).

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.
• Strong business development team - This position is supported by a talented, organized, and proven business development team and processes.
• Excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• We give back to the community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we supported a host of local organizations focusing on our community pillars of veterans and youth. Our team members volunteered as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and a host of other volunteer positions and initiatives.

Our Values:

At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search for people who are friendly, honest, and dedicated to the team and their work.

We believe in constructive candor with our clients and colleagues - sharing our full knowledge and expertise to allow for fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed, and supportive environment, we are able to challenge our people to be the best they can be.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based on candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The wage range for this position is $105,000-$130,000 per year, depending on experience. 

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefits package, including access to our company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401k plan with up to a 4% match Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual profit-sharing bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

As a federal Contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.