Construction Safety Lead: Site Audits & Compliance

MP Engineers + Architects; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MP Engineers + Architects is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Specialist to support the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) team. The role focuses on maintaining high health, safety, and fire safety standards across active construction sites under the Construction Management Division.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in safety-related field, CHST certification, and hands-on experience with OCIP/CCIP programs, working on Port Authority projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or a related safety field.
• CHST certification or another recognized construction safety credential.
• Experience working on OCIP and CCIP projects.
• Previous experience on Port Authority projects is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations, OSHA standards, and safety management practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor activities for compliance with OSHA, FDNY, NYCDOB, local laws, and applicable safety regulations.
• Review contracts, drawings, Health & Safety Plans, JHAs, and project documentation.
• Conduct comprehensive site audits and safety inspections across active construction projects.
• Identify hazards, safety deficiencies, and non-compliance and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Prepare daily safety reports, including photographs, observations, findings, and corrective measures.
• Conduct accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including root-cause analysis and recommendations.
• Prepare preliminary incident/accident investigation reports for the Port Authority.
• Monitor construction equipment, work practices, conditions, and processes for compliance with approved safety programs.
• Collaborate with Resident Engineers, Agency Safety Representatives, Integrity Monitors, stakeholders, insurance brokers, and contractors.

Skills

Safety management

Education

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

CHST certification

Job description

MP Engineers + Architects is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Specialist to support the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ) team. The role focuses on maintaining high health, safety, and fire safety standards across active construction sites under the Construction Management Division.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in safety-related field, CHST certification, and hands-on experience with OCIP/CCIP programs, working on Port Authority projects.