Sr. Manager, Safety & Compliance

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Safety & Compliance

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Director, Human Resources

FLSA: Exempt

Benefit Eligable

The Sr. Manager of Safety & Compliance leads a team of safety professionals at Specialized Pavement Marking (SPM). This role will oversee and build DOT and safety compliance programs across fleet, drivers, yards, and field operations. This role oversees compliance with FMCSA, OSHA, and applicable state requirements, and serves as the lead for all incident responses, accident investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective action planning, and audit readiness. The role partners closely with operations, HR, and leadership to reduce risk, strengthen accountability, and build a proactive safety culture across all SPM locations.

Requirements:

• Investigate complex accidents, repeat safety events, citations, and violations; identify contributing factors and drive timely corrective and preventive actions with operations leadership.
• Lead response to serious injuries, vehicle accidents, near misses, and other high-risk events, including evidence preservation, witness interviews, fact gathering, reporting, and follow-up.
• Investigate all accidents, citations, repeat safety events, and violations; identify root causes and implement timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and deliver training for drivers, supervisors, and field employees on DOT compliance, safe work practices, incident reporting, equipment inspections, and regulatory changes; support driver onboarding, road tests, and remedial coaching as needed.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, auditors, inspectors, insurance partners, and law enforcement on safety, DOT, and serious incident matters.
• Maintain a visible field and facility safety presence through regular site visits, ride-alongs, and incident follow-up; partner with managers to close compliance gaps and reinforce accountability.
• Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide DOT and safety compliance and related training programs covering driver qualification files, medical certification compliance, hours of service, drug and alcohol/Clearinghouse requirements, vehicle inspection and maintenance records, and field safety documentation.
• Monitor FMCSA, OSHA, state DOT, and related safety regulations; update policies, SOPs, forms, and field practices to maintain compliance.
• Oversight for driver qualification processes, including CDL and CLP license status, MVR monitoring, medical certification verification, and related compliance records.
• Validate driver pre-trip and post-trip inspection compliance and maintain accurate driver and fleet compliance.
• Conduct job safety analyses and task-based hazard assessments for field operations.
• Maintain CAL / OSHA recordkeeping, including OSHA 300 logs, training records, and related safety documentation.
• Staying current with regulatory changes in the following states: OR, WA, CA, NV, AK, & HI.
• Support behavior-based safety initiatives, toolbox talks, and regular departmental and jobsite inspections.
• Track CSA(compliance, safety, accountability) trends, inspection outcomes, incident rates, training completion, and corrective actions; report findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Use telematics, dashcams, and related safety technology to identify high-risk driving behaviors, support coaching, and document follow-up actions.

Experience Required:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction safety, transportation safety, DOT compliance fleet safety, or a closely related compliance leadership role. (CA specific compliance strongly preferred),
• Demonstrated experience investigating vehicle accidents, injuries, and other complex incidents, including documentation, root-cause analysis, and corrective action management.
• Experience managing driver qualification files, hours-of-service compliance, inspection records, safety audits, and regulatory interactions in a multi-site environment, including OSHA visits.
• Construction, roadway, heavy civil, or field operations experience strongly preferred.

Skills Required:

• Strong working knowledge of FMCSA regulations, DOT compliance requirements, OSHA standards, and safety management best practices.
• Strong incident investigation, interviewing, documentation, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate findings into clear action plans.
• Ability to assess risk, identify trends, and influence operational leaders toward practical, sustainable corrective action.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to train employees, present findings, and communicate effectively with executives and external agencies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, compliance databases, ELD platforms, telematics or dashcam systems, and safety reporting tools.

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health, Business, Transportation, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Professional certifications such as CHST, CSP, CDS, OSHA training credentials, or formal DOT compliance training are preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in both office and field environments, including yards, job sites, and active work zones.
• Ability to inspect vehicles and equipment, climb steps into trucks or equipment, walk uneven terrain, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to respond to incidents outside of standard business hours when business needs require.

Work Environment:

• This position will travel frequently (50% of the time) to various company locations, yards, and job sites within CA, NV, OR, WA (including HI & AK occasionally).
• Frequent interaction with field employees, supervisors, and leadership in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive construction environment.
• May require early morning, evening, or occasional weekend work to support training, audits, or incident response.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Specialized Pavement Marking provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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