Assistant Safety Manager

Consigli Construction Co., Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction Co., Inc. is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to support safety program implementation across our regional job sites in New Jersey. You will promote a proactive safety culture, conduct site visits, and train employees to ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Occupational Safety or Construction Management, OSHA 30-Hour, and travel to sites. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for success in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Construction safety experience preferred (concrete, finish and rough carpentry, masonry).
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to job sites.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company-wide safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.
• Conduct regular job site visits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Attend internal and external safety trainings as required.
• Lead preconstruction safety meetings and Jobsite Gym activities.
• Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and lead root cause analyses.
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of PPE and fall protection systems.
• Monitor subcontractors' safety compliance and coordinate site-wide safety efforts.
• Collaborate with project teams to plan safe means and methods for high-risk activities.
• Stay current on local, state, and federal safety regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Ethics and integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or Construction Management

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division: Field Operations

Department: Safety

Reports to: Regional Safety Manager

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000

The Assistant Safety Manager is responsible for assisting in the implementation and maintenance of the company's safety program across all job sites within the region. This role ensures compliance with CCC policies and all applicable regulatory safety requirements. It promotes a proactive, behavior-based safety culture among field employees, including superintendents, carpenters, laborers, and masons. The Assistant Safety Manager conducts regular site visits, provides employee training, and investigates incidents to drive continuous safety improvement.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Maintain company-wide safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.
• Conduct regular job site visits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Attend internal and external safety trainings as required.
• Participate in JSA (Job Safety Analysis) reviews and Jobsite Gym activities.
• Attend corporate safety meetings and lead preconstruction safety meetings.
• Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and lead root cause analyses.
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of PPE and fall protection systems.
• Monitor subcontractors' safety compliance and coordinate site-wide safety efforts.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure completion of pre-task documentation, including:
• Fall Protection Plans
• Demolition Plans
• Silica Exposure Control Plans
• Maintain safety documentation such as OSHA logs, safety meeting records, and training certifications.
• Coordinate with superintendents to plan safe means and methods for high-risk activities (e.g., scaffolding, formwork, heavy lifting, and concrete work).
• Stay current on local, state, and federal safety regulations and industry best practices.

Key Skills

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills - a strong, visible presence is essential in this role.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent time management abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize workload.
• Motivated and self-driven.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• High level of professional ethics and integrity.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to enhance processes and create efficiencies.

Required Experience

• Construction safety experience preferred, particularly in concrete, finish and rough carpentry, and masonry.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to job sites.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience with high-risk construction activities (e.g., concrete forming, scaffolding, trenching, demolition).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.