Construction Site Safety Lead

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) seeks a Safety Manager to uphold the principle “Nobody Gets Hurt.” The role develops, audits, and implements safety programs on construction sites, overseeing field operations to protect staff, craft workers, subcontractors, and consultants.

The position, based in Point Pleasant, WV or the New York area, requires collaboration with crews, incident investigations, and regulatory alignment. A strong safety background with 0–2 years experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in construction safety management.
• Knowledge of Federal and OSHA safety standards.
• Proficient with Word and Excel; strong organization and communication.
• Able to access all construction site areas; willing to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all project personnel, including subcontractors.
• Ensure safety protocols align with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company standards.
• Collaborate daily with craft workers to encourage buy-in and ownership of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, and work plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with field operations based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP.
• Complete daily documented hazard inspections and assist with corrective actions.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency services.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure timely reporting of safety incidents per company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Skills

Construction safety knowledge

OSHA standards knowledge

MS Word

Excel

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Job description

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) seeks a Safety Manager to uphold the principle “Nobody Gets Hurt.” The role develops, audits, and implements safety programs on construction sites, overseeing field operations to protect staff, craft workers, subcontractors, and consultants.

The position, based in Point Pleasant, WV or the New York area, requires collaboration with crews, incident investigations, and regulatory alignment. A strong safety background with 0–2 years experience is preferred.