Construction Safety Advisor (Direct Hire)
Location: Southern California (Field-Based)/ Office located in Corona, CA
Salary: $70,000-$85,000 annually (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Construction Safety Advisor to serve as a strategic and authoritative resource in promoting, enforcing, and continuously improving our company's Safety Program. This role requires strong independent judgment, field credibility, and the ability to influence operational decisions, including job site shutdowns and disciplinary actions when safety risks are identified.
The Safety Advisor will work closely with field staff, operations leadership, and external agencies to ensure compliance with company safety policies and Cal/OSHA regulations across active job sites throughout Southern California.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct proactive job site safety audits and field observations across Southern California
Analyze audit findings and present clear, actionable safety recommendations to operations leadership
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and prepare detailed professional reports
Exercise independent judgment to address unsafe conditions, including the authority to stop work or shut down job sites when imminent hazards exist
Provide safety recommendations that may impact employee discipline or termination
Develop, review, and implement safe work procedures aligned with regulatory and operational requirements
Conduct hazard analysis and facilitate job hazard awareness with field crews
Serve as a liaison between internal departments and external regulatory agencies
Deliver and facilitate safety and regulatory training , including Confined Space, Traffic Control, and Excavation Practices
Respond to after-hours, weekend, or emergency safety incidents as needed
Analyze safety trends and metrics to support continuous improvement and risk mitigation
Perform additional duties as required
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field (required)
3-4+ years of progressive safety experience , preferably in construction, utilities, or industrial environments
Strong working knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations
Demonstrated ability to make independent, high-impact safety decisions
Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook); MS Teams a plus
Valid Class C driver's license with a clean driving record
Ability to work in rugged outdoor job sites and adverse weather conditions
Work Environment & Schedule
Field-based role with frequent travel to active job sites
Must be available for after-hours and weekend response when safety incidents occur
Physically able to walk job sites and work outdoors
Compensation & Benefits
$70,000-$85,000 annual salary , depending on experience
Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays)
Company vehicle AND gas card
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