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Program Manager – Utility Field Safety Operations at CARIAN | LAYIQ

8+ years of experience in utility, construction, infrastructure, field services, safety-sensitive operations, or related program delivery
3+ years of experience managing field teams, supervisors, multi-site operations, or client-facing field programs
Strong understanding of utility construction, field safety expectations, worksite coordination, access readiness, and operational risk management
Experience coordinating field staffing, workforce deployment, schedule changes, manpower planning, or multi-location coverage
Demonstrated ability to manage client communication, internal coordination, issue escalation, and program reporting
Working knowledge of OSHA requirements, construction safety practices, utility field environments, and safety-sensitive work activities
OSHA 30 required, or ability to obtain prior to field deployment
First Aid / CPR / AED certification required, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
NFPA 70E training required, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-moving field environment
Ability to read, interpret, and manage field schedules, staffing plans, action logs, reports, and operational dashboards
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint
Ability to work from the Somerset, NJ office and travel locally to field locations as needed
Valid driver’s license required
Preferred Experience
10+ years of relevant experience preferred
Experience supporting electric or gas utility programs, transmission and distribution work, substations, construction management, field services, or contractor oversight
Experience with safety observation programs, field safety coordination, utility access requirements, or high-risk work environments
STS-C, CHST, OHST, CSP, CUSP, or similar safety credential strongly preferred
Experience with NERC-CIP, utility badging, site access, background screening, drug testing, or credential-readiness processes
Experience leading program start-up, workforce ramp-up, regional field supervision, or large-scale deployment programs
Experience working with project controls, manpower forecasting, dashboards, weekly reports, and client performance metrics
Why CARIAN
Purpose-driven work –
Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
Industry reputation –
Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results
Career growth –
Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
Collaborative culture –

Program Manager – Utility Field Safety Operations

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Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships

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Equal opportunity and accommodations

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