Safety Manager

Safety Manager – Des Moines / Ames | Aurum Construction (Goldenrod Companies)

Aurum Construction is expanding in Iowa, and we're looking for a dedicated Safety Manager to support our field teams and ensure our concrete operations run at the highest standards of safety and compliance.

If you're passionate about building a strong safety culture, partnering closely with crews in the field, and keeping people safe while delivering high-quality work, this is an opportunity to make a real impact with a fast-growing self-perform concrete contractor.

About Aurum Construction

Aurum Construction is the self-perform concrete arm of Goldenrod Companies, focused on structural concrete, flatwork, and foundations across the Midwest.

We believe safety isn't just a policy — it's a responsibility to our people. Our culture is built on teamwork, accountability, and doing things the right way, and safety is foundational to how we operate.

As a Safety Manager, you'll work directly with Superintendents, Foremen, Project Managers, and subcontractors to promote safe work practices on all Aurum projects throughout Iowa and the surrounding region.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee safety programs across multiple concrete construction projects in the Des Moines / Ames market
• Conduct regular onsite safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and project-specific safety requirements
• Develop and deliver safety training, toolbox talks, and onboarding for field teams
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions, and safety documentation
• Partner with Superintendents and Foremen to identify risks and implement proactive safety measures
• Maintain safety records, reporting, and metrics in alignment with company standards
• Help drive a strong culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of safety experience in commercial, industrial, or heavy civil / concrete construction
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction site safety practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — able to lead, teach, and influence field teams
• Ability to conduct thorough inspections and clearly document findings
• Experience delivering safety training and leading toolbox talks is a plus
• Willing and able to travel within a 3–4 hour driving range
• Certifications such as OSHA 30, CHST, CSP, or similar are preferred (but not required)
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a genuine passion for keeping people safe

Why Aurum Construction?

Aurum is part of Goldenrod Companies — a family-office-backed group with deep development expertise and a long-term growth mindset. You'll find:

• A collaborative, people-first culture
• A strong and growing pipeline of concrete work in Iowa and the Midwest
• Leadership that values safety, quality, and doing right by our teams
• The ability to shape and influence how safety is executed across a growing operation
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Ready to help build a safer future?

Join Aurum Construction and help elevate safety across our concrete operations.

Apply today or message me directly for more details