In-House Consultant Safety

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

We are seeking a highly experienced and credentialed Level 3 Safety Manager to oversee field safety operations on complex transportation infrastructure projects funded or managed by OCTA, including those located within the Metrolink Right-of-Way (ROW). This role requires expertise in Cal/OSHA compliance, robust safety management in rail environments, and the ability to coordinate with both public agency stakeholders and private contractors.

The Safety Manager will serve as the lead safety representative and ensure compliance with OCTA’s Construction Safety Program and Metrolink’s strict rail safety protocols, including training, badging, and access control. Candidates must demonstrate a deep understanding of worksite risk management, particularly near active rail lines and public right-of-way environments.

We are seeking a highly experienced and credentialed Level 3 Safety Manager to oversee field safety operations on complex transportation infrastructure projects funded or managed by OCTA, including those located within the Metrolink Right-of-Way (ROW). This role requires expertise in Cal/OSHA compliance, robust safety management in rail environments, and the ability to coordinate with both public agency stakeholders and private contractors.

The Safety Manager will serve as the lead safety representative and ensure compliance with OCTA’s Construction Safety Program and Metrolink’s strict rail safety protocols, including training, badging, and access control. Candidates must demonstrate a deep understanding of worksite risk management, particularly near active rail lines and public right-of-way environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the field safety monitor for OCTA-funded construction projects, with emphasis on work within or adjacent to Metrolink rail corridors.
• Monitor contractor compliance with Cal/OSHA Title 8 regulations, OCTA’s project-specific safety plan, and Metrolink’s ROW safety protocols.
• Coordination with Metrolink’s System Safety and Operations teams for access approvals, safety briefings, and compliance with flagging requirements.
• Conduct periodic site safety inspections; document hazards, observations, and corrective actions using standardized forms.
• Respond to safety incidents within 1 hour and lead assist post-incident investigations in accordance with OCTA and Metrolink reporting procedures.
• Identify and report stop-work procedures in unsafe conditions to the contractor safety representative and monitor resolution of safety violations.
• Oversee implementation of Rail Safety Training and monitor compliance with all badging, escort, and FRA-governed requirements for personnel within Metrolink ROW.
• Maintain and submit weekly Safety Status Reports to OCTA Construction and Safety personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active CHST certification (Construction Health and Safety Technician) – required.
• OSHA 510 or 500 certification – required.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification – required.
• Metrolink Rail Safety certification - required.
• Minimum of 8 years of construction safety management experience, including experience with active railroad environments.
• Proven experience with Cal/OSHA Title 8, MUTCD, and FRA compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret and enforce Metrolink, SCRRA, or other commuter rail safety protocols.

Required Rail Safety Credentials

• Completion of Metrolink ROW Safety Training (or ability to complete within first 30 days of employment)
• Experience coordinating with SCRRA or BNSF flagging operations
• Knowledge of work windows, foul time, and access control protocols
• Familiarity with FRA Drug and Alcohol testing policies (49 CFR Part 219)

Preferred Experience

• Prior safety oversight experience on OCTA, LA Metro, Caltrans, or similar public agency transportation projects.
• Oversight of high-risk scopes such as:
• Grade separations and bridge construction
• Rail corridor improvements
• Night and weekend work in active ROW
• Demolition, utility relocation, or hazardous materials abatement in constrained urban environments

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $150,000- $183,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equal opportunity is the law. 

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.