Owner’s Representative – Construction Safety Manager (Excavation Competent Person)

Project: Stormwater Treatment Facility Construction
Location: Hutchinson, MN - Local candidates preferred
Duration: May – September 2026 (Approx. 5 months)

We are seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to serve as the Owner’s Representative on a stormwater treatment facility construction project in Hutchinson MN.

In this role, you will act as the Owner’s on-site safety advocate, overseeing contractors to ensure work is performed safely, in compliance with OSHA regulations, and aligned with project specifications.

This is an oversight role, not a labor or maintenance position. You will work closely with contractors, engineers, and the plant’s Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team to maintain a safe jobsite and enforce safety standards.

PLEASE NO RECRUITING OR STAFFING AGENCIES!

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Owner’s on-site safety representative during construction activities

• Ensure contractors comply with project safety requirements, OSHA standards, and permit procedures

• Write, issue, and manage Owner-specific permits (hot work, confined space, excavation, etc.)

• Work closely with the plant EHS team to align with site safety policies

• Participate in and support safety orientations and training

• Monitor excavation and trenching activities as the designated Competent Person

• Conduct routine safety inspections and audits

• Track and document safety incidents, near misses, and corrective actions

• Stop work authority in situations that present imminent danger to life or health

• Promote a strong safety culture and accountability across contractors

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Construction Safety, Occupational Safety, or related field AND 5+ years of construction safety management experience
  OR

• CHST certification (or equivalent) with 5+ years of construction safety management experience

Additional requirements:

• Demonstrated experience overseeing construction site safety

• Proven experience with excavation and trenching operations

• Must qualify as a Competent Person per OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart P – Excavations

• Experience conducting safety audits and inspections

• Experience investigating and documenting incidents, accidents, and near misses

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

• Experience on industrial or utility infrastructure projects

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate: $55 – $75 per hour depending on experience and certifications

• Overtime paid at 1.5x

• 401(k) with company match

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Life insurance

• Paid Time Off and paid holidays

This position is not eligible for per diem. Local candidates are encouraged to apply.

Apply now to join a team committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and construction excellence.