Construction Safety Leader & Trainer

Turner Construction Company; Sunnyside (CT); On-site; USD 93,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety professional to lead site safety on a Shelton, CT project. You will enforce EH&S programs, mentor teams, and drive compliance with regulations and owner requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, comprehensive knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to develop and deliver targeted training for project staff, subcontractors, and Turner trades. Travel to sites will be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Safety, Engineering or related field with 4+ years of construction safety experience.
• CHST certification required or within 2 years of appointment.
• OSHA 30-hour training; First Aid/CPR/BBP/AED current.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local EH&S regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Travel required; reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead EH&S on a single construction project per HQ policy.
• Provide safety leadership and resource management for the project.
• Assess safety practices, identify exposures, and implement action plans to mitigate risks.
• Develop and communicate project safety standards and training for staff, subcontractors, and Turner trades.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and owner requirements; address violations.
• Develop safety reports, assess metrics, and recommend improvements over baseline.
• Conduct safety audits and drive timely corrective actions.
• Lead preconstruction safety meetings and review risk mitigation plans.

Skills

Leadership

Safety program management

Regulatory compliance

Training delivery

Hazard recognition

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field

CHST certification

OSHA 30-hour training

First Aid/CPR/BBP/AED certifications

Job description

Turner Construction Company is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety professional to lead site safety on a Shelton, CT project. You will enforce EH&S programs, mentor teams, and drive compliance with regulations and owner requirements.

The role requires strong leadership, comprehensive knowledge of safety standards, and the ability to develop and deliver targeted training for project staff, subcontractors, and Turner trades. Travel to sites will be necessary.