Regional Safety Manager

Job Description: Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Regional Safety Manager to join either our Phoenix or Tucson, Arizona area office. Do you bring at least 5+ years of successful safety management experience for commercial construction projects? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach? The primary function of the Regional Safety Manager is to lead, manage, and continuously improve the safety program for Ryan Companies' Southwest Region. This role ensures all projects comply with regulatory requirements and Ryan Companies safety standards while supporting operations leadership, mentoring safety staff, and driving consistent implementation of company safety initiatives across the region. There will be frequent weekday travel to construction sites but overnight travel is not expected more than one or two nights every week or two. With more than 88 years in business and 16 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don't just build buildings - we build stories. Some things you can expect to do: Safety Leadership Lead the region and support the division in implementing short- and long-term safety objectives aligned with company strategy. Clearly communicate the company safety vision through common goals, trust, accountability, and collaboration. Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the safety status of all regional projects. Frequently visit project sites to verify implementation of company policies and procedures. Actively collaborate with regional operations leadership and office leadership teams. Review safety trends, metrics, and leading indicators and provide actionable recommendations. Lead communication with Regional Field Coordinators and Directors of Construction regarding project safety performance. Seek, recommend, and implement innovative practices to achieve best-in-class safety performance. Safety Training Communicate best practices and lessons learned across the region. Lead and facilitate training sessions on relevant safety topics. Develop and maintain high-quality safety training content. Solicit and incorporate feedback from employees to improve training effectiveness. Participate in company-wide and regional training initiatives. Safety Management Ensure OSHA and Cal/OSHA (if applicable) recordkeeping requirements are maintained for the region. Conduct effective regional-level safety meetings. Conduct and oversee project-level safety meetings and audits. Actively mentor jobsite teams on hazard recognition and mitigation. Lead Preconstruction Kick-Off Meetings related to safety and risk planning. Participate in Project Safety Committee and Company Safety Committee meetings. Lead regional project site walks to identify and correct hazards. Department Management Assist with development and execution of the regional & divisional safety department strategy. Implement annual departmental goals and initiatives. Ensure standardized rollout of new or updated safety programs and processes. Lead and supervise regional safety staff. Collaborate with project teams to ensure consistent application of safety programs. Support employee development, including mentoring, training, and performance reviews. Assist with development and management of the regional safety budget. Risk Management & Compliance Lead incident investigations and ensure thorough reporting and corrective actions. Participate in claim management, OSHA responses, and insurance carrier reviews. Oversee safety documentation collection, review, and compliance. Ensure proper management of Job Hazard Analyses, permits, and required signage. Lead or oversee safety audits and inspections. Ensure the safety manual and procedures remain current with regulations. Pre-Qualification & Preconstruction Participate in subcontractor pre-qualification and safety evaluations. Support preconstruction teams with safety planning and site walks. Ensure compliance with client-specific safety requirements and third-party platforms. Coordinate and oversee required Cal/OSHA permits. (if applicable) Networking Participate in industry safety organizations and committees. Attend safety conferences and networking events. Develop strong relationships with internal leadership and strategic trade partners. Establish proactive relationships with local OSHA offices and regulatory agencies. Some things we expect you should have: 5 or more years of experience in the implementation and management of safety program #J-18808-Ljbffr