Assistant Safety Manager

Consigli Construction; New Jersey; On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to support the safety program across multiple regional job sites. The role emphasizes building a proactive, behavior-based safety culture among field teams, including superintendents and trades, with a focus on OSHA compliance and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include site visits, employee training, incident investigations, and maintaining safety documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related field is required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly to job sites.
• Experience in high-risk construction activities (concrete forming, scaffolding, trenching, demolition).
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining the safety program across all region job sites.
• Promote a proactive, behavior-based safety culture among field employees.
• Conduct regular site visits, provide training, and investigate incidents.
• Maintain safety documentation such as OSHA logs, meeting records, and certifications.
• Coordinate with superintendents for safe means and methods of high-risk work.
• Lead safety meetings and participate in preconstruction safety planning.
• Monitor subcontractors’ safety compliance and drive continuous improvement.
• Perform hazard assessments and root cause analyses; implement corrective actions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field

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.