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Area Safety Manager

Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, United StatesPosted Oct 29, 2026

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%3Cp%3EAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3EWatch Our Story:%3Ca href=%22https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener%22%3E%27 https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story%27%26nbsp;%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3EEach and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3EAt HDR, our employee‑ownership model shapes everything we do, including how we support and care for our people. Our diverse service lines, including Water, Architecture, Building Engineering Services, Field Services, Power, Waste, Industrial, and Transportation reflect our commitment to shaping resilient, sustainable, and forward‑thinking communities around the world.

Across these disciplines, our teams design and deliver solutions that safeguard public health, enhance quality of life, power innovation, and drive responsible growth. Whether advancing clean water, creating healing and learning environments, engineering next‑generation facilities, or building the infrastructure that moves people and energy, our work is rooted in technical excellence and a shared sense of purpose.

Our employee‑owners collaborate across specialties, combining creativity, precision, and deep expertise to solve the most complex challenges facing our clients and communities.%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv class=%22External. Class4C4223C89722449B8DE46B686B48C615%22%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EIn the role of Area Safety Manager, we%27ll count on you to:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso.

Normal%22%3EDemonstrate proficiency in preparing, reviewing, and supporting implementation of site-specific safety plans consistent with HDR’s corporate Safety, Health %26amp; Environmental (SH%26amp;E) program and in assisting project managers and field teams with the development and review of Job Hazard Analysis.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso.

Normal%22%3ETrain and assist project managers on subconsultant safety requirements and provide a review of their plans and documentation.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3ESupport project development teams in reviewing pursuits in order to identify, plan for, and mitigate SH%26amp;E related risk.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso.

Normal%22%3EUnderstand company requirements for safety program implementation and educate and support local safety coordinators in meeting these requirements.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EDemonstrate proficiency in SH%26amp;E auditing, inspection, and incident investigation protocols in field and office settings.

%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EBe capable of facilitating and delivering SH%26amp;E training, including but not limited to permit-required confined spaces, control of hazardous energy, fall protection, and first aid/CPR.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EDisplay working knowledge of applicable US Federal (i.

e., EPA, OSHA, DoD) and/or state rules and regulations, as well as industry consensus standards.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3ESupport area leadership team in strengthening SH%26amp;E culture initiatives.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EFrequently report leading and lagging safety performance indicator metrics to area operations and business group management.

%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EOffice in St. Louis Park, Minnesota and travel regularly within the assigned geographic area to support projects, field teams, and office locations. Up to 25% travel expected.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EPerform other duties as needed.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso.

Normal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred Qualifications%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso. Normal%22%3EPrevious SH%26amp;E work experience in construction, mining/tunneling, water infrastructure, DOT, Oil and Gas, and/or AEC firm.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22Mso.

Normal%22%3EStrong competency in hazard recognition and control for confined spaces, fall protection, excavation and trenching, electrical hazards, and other high-risk tasks and activities.%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/div%3E Required Qualifications A minimum of 3 years technical experience or educational equivalent (minimum of associate degree) in occupational health/safety related field Extensive knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge of OSHA & ANSI regulatory standards Ability to instruct and facilitate Safety, Health and Environmental training courses Team-oriented with exceptional written and oral skills in support of company SH&E requirements An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company.

Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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