Senior Manager, Safety Strategy

Position Summary...

This role shapes safety strategy and risk management across one of the largest retail construction portfolios in the country.

We are seeking two experienced Senior Construction Safety Managers to lead the design and execution of enterprise construction safety programs across a large U.S. retail portfolio. This role sets strategy, ensures regulatory compliance, reduces risk, and strengthens a culture of safety—often within active retail environments.

You will establish standards, procedures, training, and monitoring frameworks in partnership with Construction, Compliance, and Legal teams. While field teams execute day-to-day safety practices, this role owns the corporate programs that drive consistent and effective implementation.

Regular travel is required.

What you'll do...

Build and Lead Safety Programs

• Develop, implement, and maintain enterprise construction safety programs aligned with OSHA and industry standards
• Establish scalable policies, procedures, and guidance for diverse project types
• Adapt safety protocols to address site-specific risks and operational complexities

Ensure Regulatory Compliance

• Provide oversight for construction in active retail environments, aligning OSHA 1926 and 1910 requirements
• Monitor and incorporate federal, state, and local regulatory changes into program standards

Drive Monitoring, Auditing, and Reporting

• Design and manage a compliance monitoring program using internal and third-party resources
• Oversee audits and inspections, ensuring documentation, corrective actions, and follow-through
• Analyze trends, measure program effectiveness, and adjust standards accordingly
• Deliver clear, executive-ready reporting on performance and risk indicators

Partner to Mitigate Risk

• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and business partners on risk management strategies and contract considerations
• Serve as a liaison across field teams, leadership, and external partners to align on safety expectations

Manage Third-Party Consultants

• Select and oversee safety consultants supporting program development and site inspections
• Manage scope, contracts, budgets, and deliverables to ensure quality outcomes
• Integrate consultant insights into enterprise safety strategy and continuous improvement

Enable Training and Field Engagement

• Support safety training, onboarding, and site-specific education
• Reinforce safety awareness through meetings, investigations, and site engagement
• Act as a trusted resource for field teams on safety practices and guidance

Travel to Project Sites

• Visit sites regularly to assess program execution and support field teams
• Build strong partnerships to ensure practical, consistent application of safety standards

What You’ll Bring Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
• Significant experience in construction safety management
• Preferred certifications: CSP, CHST, OSHA 500/30

Safety & Regulatory Expertise

• Strong knowledge of OSHA (1926 and 1910) and applicable safety standards (e.g., NFPA 70E)
• Experience developing site-specific safety programs and risk mitigation strategies
• Experience with enterprise-level monitoring programs preferred

Program & Project Leadership

• Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives, timelines, and priorities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Consultant & Stakeholder Management

• Experience managing third-party consultants and integrating recommendations into operations
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills across all levels

Analytical & Leadership Mindset

• Ability to interpret data, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement
• Collaborative, influential leader in fast-paced environments

Travel

• Willingness to travel regularly to project sites

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related area and 3 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.
Option 2: 5 years’ experience in project management, compliance, operations management, or related area.
2 years’ experience managing budgets, profit-and-loss statements, or relate financial processes.
3 years’ experience using intermediate functionality of Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in Business Administration or related area.

Primary Location...

802 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.