Construction Site EHS Manager: Safety Leader

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty is seeking a Safety Manager to coordinate and administer safety programs, partnering with project managers and superintendents to emphasize risk management and EHS compliance on construction sites.

You will build a culture of safety by leading trainings, ensuring adherence to OSHA and EPA regulations, and supporting site leadership with program development and documentation. This role requires 5–10 years of field construction safety experience and a willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years self-perform commercial construction experience.
• Self-perform concrete experience.
• Bachelor's/University Degree in Health & Safety, Construction Management or equivalent experience and certifications.
• Travel requirements: 0–5%.
• Licenses/Certifications: Driver’s License.
• Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, OSHA 30/40 hour.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English).
• Ability to work weekends as needed.
• Ability to work flexible schedules in order to coordinate with operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure environmental, health & safety standards are met by coordinating, promoting and conducting various programs within the Liberty EHS management system.
• Support a strong safety culture by reviewing activities and verifying company safety standards, policies and procedures are being complied with.
• Operate independently and provide honest and objective feedback immediately to management where non-compliance with standards, policies and procedures is observed.
• Work closely with site leadership to coordinate training and development programs for the employees.
• Grow organizational competencies by providing advice, training and counsel in areas of EHS.
• Advise local operations regarding compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA and local safety and health regulations.
• Perform administrative tasks related to project specific safety binder and document storage systems.
• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate Trade Partner’s Pre-Construction Safety Planning Meetings.
• Review trade partner Site Specific Safety Programs and Job Hazard Analysis prior to subcontractor mobilization.
• Attend/lead Toolbox Talks conducted by trade partners to assure documentation and quality.
• Review documentation from subcontractors for the proper training of their employees as related to the scope of work.
• Conduct training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics.
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Director or Senior Safety Manager.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Microsoft Office Suite

Travel willingness

Weekend work readiness

Flexible scheduling

Safety program coordination

Education

Bachelor's/University Degree in Health & Safety or Construction Management

Tools

Driver’s License

OSHA 30/40 hour certification

Job description

Liberty is seeking a Safety Manager to coordinate and administer safety programs, partnering with project managers and superintendents to emphasize risk management and EHS compliance on construction sites.

You will build a culture of safety by leading trainings, ensuring adherence to OSHA and EPA regulations, and supporting site leadership with program development and documentation. This role requires 5–10 years of field construction safety experience and a willingness to travel.