Safety Program Manager (Kansas City)
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LocationUS-MO-Kansas City
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Bachelor Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science or related field and 10 years related experience
applicable years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement
Proven experience in safety management
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to make informed decisions
Expert project management and organizational skills
In depth knowledge of safety regulations, standards and best
Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem solving skills
Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage
Excellent planning and analytical skills
Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
Benefits
Employee ownership
About the role
The Safety Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive safety programs and procedures while fostering a safety-conscious culture within the organization. This role will create safety programs, from inception through roll-out, including the development and implementation of processes, procedures, strategy, execution plans, resource planning, risk management, and reporting tools. The Safety Program Manager will lead the program management team in a dynamic and profitable manner based on Burns & McDonnell’s core values of client satisfaction, commitment, dedication, integrity, safety and overall outstanding service.
Responsibilities
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Lead the development and execution of overall Corporate Safety programs, strategies and guidelines that align with strategic business initiatives to achieve goals and objectives.
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Conduct regular safety training and awareness programs for employees and leadership.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure corporate safety programs are integrated into all aspects of the organizations operations and projects.
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Lead assessment of gaps in current corporate safety programs and create and implement mitigation plans.
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Lead safety programs, initiatives, and projects, including the selection and management of safety vendors and consultants as needed.
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Lead, monitor, and track safety compliance metrics, analyze data, and make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
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Build and maintain relationships with external safety organizations, regulatory agencies, and local emergency response teams.
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Responsible for management of corporate safety program budget and expenditure of funds.
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Responsible for the recruitment, development, training, and retention of staff.
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Responsible for conducting performance evaluations for department staff.
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Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the department.
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Responsible for interpreting the organization’s policies, purposes, and goals to staff.
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Responsible for overall QA/QC process adherence.
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Enforce compliance with company and site safety policies.
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Performs other duties as assigned
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Complies with all policies and standards
Requirements
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Bachelor Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science or related field and 10 years related experience Required or
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applicable years of experience may be substituted for degree requirement Required
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Proven experience in safety management.
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Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data to make informed decisions.
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Expert project management and organizational skills.
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In depth knowledge of safety regulations, standards and best.
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Expert facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem solving skills.
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Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead and manage.
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Excellent planning and analytical skills.
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Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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