Utility Safety Manager
Job Description
South Coast Resolutions (SCR) is seeking an experienced Utility Safety Manager with a strong background in underground construction, including horizontal directional drilling (HDD) and open excavation. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing all safety programs across our utility operations, with a specific emphasis on writing safety policies that comply with OSHA standards and best practices. OSHA 500 certification is required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $80,000–$110,000 (commensurate with experience; higher compensation considered for advanced HDD/utility experience)
- Benefits Include:
- Medical Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Company Vehicle
- Company-Issued Gas Card
About SCR
South Coast Resolutions (SCR) is a turnkey utility construction firm specializing in horizontal directional drilling (HDD), underground utility installation, traffic control, and infrastructure support services. Our work supports major telecommunications, power, and municipal projects across the region. We deliver high-quality field execution with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. With a growing footprint and a dedicated team of professionals, SCR combines technical expertise with real-world experience to meet complex project demands on time and on budget.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- OSHA 500 (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Charlotte, NC 28213 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Charlotte, NC 28213: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and enforce site-specific safety policies for HDD, trenching, open excavation, and confined space operations.
- Lead the implementation and oversight of SCR’s Safety Program across utility projects.
- Conduct daily job site inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Serve as subject matter expert for field crews on safe work practices related to underground utility installation.
- Conduct training sessions, including new hire safety orientations, toolbox talks, and task-specific training.
- Investigate incidents and near misses; document findings and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain and analyze safety statistics and reports to identify trends and recommend improvements.
- Coordinate safety documentation and compliance for project startup and closeout with Project Managers.
- Collaborate with regional safety and regulatory agencies to continuously improve safety culture and practices.
- Communicate with clients and inspectors on safety matters.
- Author, revise, and maintain written safety procedures to ensure compliance and standardization across all job sites.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of safety management experience in underground utility construction (HDD, trenching, excavation, etc.)
- OSHA 500 certification required
- Experience developing and implementing safety policies and job-specific safety procedures
- Strong understanding of OSHA standards, utility construction practices, and risk mitigation for underground work
- CSP or CHST certification (preferred but not required)
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related field (preferred not required)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (strongly preferred)
- Proficient in SmartSheets Google suites and digital safety platforms
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background screening
Work Environment
- Field-based role with regular visits to active construction sites (exposure to high noise levels, outdoor conditions, and physical activity)
- Occasional desk-based work for documentation, reporting, and planning
- Must be physically able to walk sites, climb ladders, bend, stoop, and lift up to 20 lbs occasionally
