Construction Safety Manager — Lead EHS Programs

Eda Contractors, Inc.; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance with medical, dental,

Vision coverage

401K eligible after 2 months, company

4% company matching after 1 year

Job summary

EDA Contractors, a leading specialty contractor, seeks a Safety Manager to lead safety programs, supervise Safety Coordinators, and ensure OSHA compliance across major Northeast projects. The role develops and implements safety initiatives, conducts site audits, investigates incidents, and maintains strong client relationships to foster a proactive safety culture.

The position is based in Bensalem, PA or Elizabeth, NJ, offering opportunities to influence safety across large-scale commercial and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) role.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and reporting requirements.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or GSP/ASP actively working toward CSP certification preferred.
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification required within two years of employment.
• Safety Trained Supervisor – Construction (STS-C) certification preferred.
• New York Safety Supervisor Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor Safety Coordinators by setting clear objectives and providing purpose, direction, and motivation.
• Review and approve project Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and manage daily safety documentation.
• Support hazardous work permits and conduct accident and incident investigations.
• Oversee Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements for crane lifts and other high-risk operations.
• Develop and implement comprehensive safety programs.
• Conduct pre-task planning, site safety audits, and inspections.
• Provide oversight for high-risk work and contribute to the development of project safety programs.
• Enforce company safety policies and procedures while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Review site safety programs and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to ensure risk mitigation plans are in place.
• Generate safety reports, analyze safety metrics, and recommend continuous improvements.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with client project teams and safety professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

EDA Contractors, a leading specialty contractor, seeks a Safety Manager to lead safety programs, supervise Safety Coordinators, and ensure OSHA compliance across major Northeast projects. The role develops and implements safety initiatives, conducts site audits, investigates incidents, and maintains strong client relationships to foster a proactive safety culture.

The position is based in Bensalem, PA or Elizabeth, NJ, offering opportunities to influence safety across large-scale commercial and