Regional Safety Manager (Transmission)

Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.

Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure. In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.

When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews. 

Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR). 

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The Regional Safety Manager (Transmission) provides leadership and oversight for safety performance across assigned transmission construction operations. This position partners closely with regional operations leadership, project management, field supervision, and safety personnel to implement consistent safety practices, strengthen field accountability, and support the safe execution of high-voltage transmission work. The Regional Safety Manager serves as a technical safety resource, coach, and leader for multiple projects and work locations while helping ensure compliance with company standards, client requirements, OSHA regulations, and applicable industry practices.

• Provide regional safety leadership and oversight for transmission construction projects, field operations, and assigned safety personnel.
• Partner with Operations Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, General Foremen, Foremen, and field crews to reinforce a proactive safety culture and consistent execution of safety expectations.
• Conduct routine jobsite visits, field observations, audits, and inspections to evaluate compliance with company, client, OSHA, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance related to transmission construction hazards, including energized work, grounding, line clearances, rigging, lifting, equipment operations, fall protection, excavation, traffic control, and other high-risk activities.
• Review project safety plans, job hazard analyses, pre-task planning, and other field safety documentation for completeness and effectiveness.
• Support project mobilization and pre-construction activities by identifying safety risks, training needs, site-specific requirements, and corrective actions before work begins.
• Lead and support incident reporting, investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective-action development, and follow-up to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor regional safety trends, leading indicators, observations, near misses, incidents, and corrective actions; communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Coach and mentor safety professionals and field leaders to strengthen hazard recognition, accountability, communication, and safe work practices.
• Coordinate and support safety training, orientations, toolbox topics, and refresher training based on project needs, regulatory requirements, and field observations.
• Serve as a regional resource for interpretation and application of OSHA requirements, company safety policies, client expectations, and transmission construction best practices.
• Participate in project and regional safety meetings, operational reviews, planning meetings, and leadership discussions as required.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal support functions regarding safety expectations, observations, corrective actions, and compliance matters.
• Support storm restoration and emergency response activities as required, including mobilization, field safety oversight, and extended-hours support.
• Maintain accurate and timely safety records, reports, inspection documentation, training records, and other required compliance documentation.
• Promote continuous improvement by identifying recurring risks, recommending practical field solutions, and sharing lessons learned across the region.
• Adhere to company standards, policies, and procedures and perform other duties assigned by leadership.

• Extensive hands-on experience in transmission power line construction is required, with a strong working knowledge of high-voltage transmission operations, field practices, equipment, hazards, and construction methods.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in utility construction safety, field operations, or transmission construction with the ability to influence and support employees at all levels.
• Relevant professional safety certification or training is required, such as COSS, COSM, OSHA 510, OSHA 500, or a credential issued by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and utility-industry safety requirements applicable to transmission construction.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical understanding of transmission construction methods, equipment, materials, work practices, and associated hazards.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, mentor, and influence field employees, supervisors, safety professionals, and operational leadership.
• Strong incident investigation, root-cause analysis, corrective-action, and risk-assessment skills.
• Ability to recognize unsafe conditions and behaviors and provide practical, field-focused corrective guidance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present safety expectations clearly to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to support multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across regional operations and support functions.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and familiarity with safety reporting, documentation, and recordkeeping systems.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with employees, clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.

Preferred

• Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) credential such as CSP, CHST, OHST, or other relevant professional safety certification.
• OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510 certification, COSS, COSM, or comparable utility-construction safety credential.
• Experience providing regional or multi-project safety leadership within transmission construction, utility infrastructure, or a comparable high-voltage environment.
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Travel Requirements

• Approximately 80% travel throughout Georgia to transmission project sites, regional offices, and client locations required.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Physical Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and field conditions around active transmission construction operations.
• Capable of walking, standing, and climbing for extended periods while conducting field observations and jobsite visits.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Visual and auditory ability to safely navigate active transmission construction sites; reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
• Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
• Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
• Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.