Safety Manager

Base Pay $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 / Year Average Bonus $12,000.00 Relocation Expense Covered No Employee Type FT Exempt Travel 20% Manage Others Yes Contact information View email address on click.appcast.io Description We are looking for a highly capable and engaging Safety Manager to join our SageWater management team in Hawaii! We’re growing, and we’re looking for more great people to help us continue to grow! About Us Founded in 1988, SageWater is the nation’s leading provider of turnkey plumbing and mechanical infrastructure solutions for condominium and apartment communities. We help diagnose and solve piping system problems with high levels of care and attention to detail—all while residents remain in their homes. Why Join Us 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% company grant after 90 days Paid time off (PTO) and select paid holidays Zero premium quality health insurance for yourself Low premium quality health insurance for your family Low premium dental and vision insurance for you and your family Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance Unique opportunity to safeguard and develop others About This Opportunity As our Safety Manager in Hawaii, you will be a key player in ensuring that we continue to deliver high-quality work safely, efficiently, and with integrity. In this key leadership and training role, you will lead, train, and develop our safety culture across all operations for over 150 employees on multiple job sites statewide in close collaboration with our operational leadership and our national safety program. You will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of safety, teamwork, and professionalism directly and indirectly by developing and implementing safety policies, providing training and development to employees at all levels, and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This Safety Manager role calls for a proactive leader with significant safety management experience in multi‑unit residential construction or plumbing who thrives in a dynamic field environment. The ideal candidate excels at building teams, driving results through a hands‑on approach, and demonstrating exceptional communication, training, and project management skills while fostering a culture of safety excellence. This role is intended to be a hybrid full‑time exempt position, based at our O’ahu headquarters, with regular travel, including inter‑island and mainland, and reports to the Vice President, Operations. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead, develop, and implement safety programs, policies, and procedures across all Hawaii operations Provide engaging, effective safety training and coaching for field employees, supervisors, and management teams Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments across all job sites on multiple islands Investigate incidents and near‑misses, prepare detailed reports, and lead corrective and preventive actions Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local safety regulations while maintaining accurate documentation Partner closely with the Company Safety Manager to align Hawaii initiatives with company‑wide safety goals and programs Analyze safety data and trends to drive continuous improvement and strengthen safety performance Develop and deliver proposals for process and equipment enhancements that improve safety, efficiency, profitability, and customer service Implement and utilize AI‑driven tools and other technologies to enhance safety and operational outcomes Collaborate with operations, HR, and other support teams to achieve organizational goals Support long‑term planning and development strategies for the team Manage assigned budgets, including travel and overhead expenses Solicit and evaluate proposals from external vendors and manage associated costs Serve as a trusted resource and advocate for all employees on health and safety matters (This job posting is not intended as a complete list of activities, duties, or responsibilities for this position.) Key Requirements 5+ years of construction safety experience in Hawaii, including multi‑site, and across multiple trades, including plumbing, mechanical, electrical, fire and life safety systems, carpentry, drywall, painting, tile work, excavation and trenching, asphalt and concrete, hoisting and rigging, and other related trades Current professional certifications such as CHST, CSP Current OSHA 500 In‑depth knowledge of OSHA and Hawaii‑specific safety regulations Current knowledge of common compliance, infrastructure, and safety challenges statewide and locally Proven ability to develop and deliver safety training programs Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and multi‑tasking skills A positive “no job is too big or too small” attitude Proficiency in English, written and spoken Marked proficiency in computer skills including with email, internet, Word, and Excel Ability to travel regularly in Hawaii including between islands Must be able to occasionally lift and carry 25–50 lbs., regularly walk, and regularly climb stairs and ladders Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time Preferred Candidates Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field. Prior local experience as an official safety inspector; prior experience as a tradesperson; proficiency in other languages common in Hawaii; and/or related military experience. Salary Range $125,000 to $150,000 annualized salary based upon experience and qualifications, plus bonus opportunity ranging from 10% to 20% of base salary. Employment Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must be able to confirm their employment eligibility via E‑Verify at the time of hire. We are unable to sponsor employment at this time. No Recruiters or Agencies We ask that recruiters or agencies do not submit candidates for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future