Construction Site Safety Lead for Projects

Lechase; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA/FSA

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Bonus incentive program

Holiday pay

Paid time off

Job summary

LeChase is seeking a Project Safety Manager to oversee all safety and environmental health & safety programs for Rochester/Syracuse projects. The role drives a culture of safety excellence and implements EH&S policies with project teams and clients.

You will manage training, inspections, incident investigations, and compliance with OSHA/DOL regulations, while leading a functional safety program and coordinating personnel safety efforts on site.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required; college degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field preferred.
• Industrial hygiene certification is preferred.
• OSHA 500 and CHST certifications preferred.
• OSHA 30 training required; OSHA 30+ years of experience advantageous.
• 5+ years of construction safety experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all safety and industrial hygiene operations for the project area.
• Oversee section budget, goals and performance.
• Develop and implement company EH&S policies and standards.
• Coordinate safety training including OSHA 10/30 and site-specific programs.
• Develop site-specific EH&S procedures with project teams and clients.
• Create safety communications, training, and standards to minimize risk.
• Lead incident investigations and workers’ compensation case management.
• Inspect workplaces, equipment, and construction practices for compliance.
• Post all required safety information on projects per regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety policies

Verbal & written communication

OSHA regulations

Training delivery

Teamwork

Proactive work habits

Project teamwork

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

EH&S degree preferred

Industrial hygiene certification preferred

OSHA 500 certification preferred

OSHA 30 training

5+ years construction safety experience

Job description

LeChase is seeking a Project Safety Manager to oversee all safety and environmental health & safety programs for Rochester/Syracuse projects. The role drives a culture of safety excellence and implements EH&S policies with project teams and clients.

You will manage training, inspections, incident investigations, and compliance with OSHA/DOL regulations, while leading a functional safety program and coordinating personnel safety efforts on site.