Environmental Health & Safety Manager - Queens, NY

Sheakley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheakley is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Manager for a major project in Queens, NY. The role involves leading a safety team, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal for a seasoned professional ready to manage a high-impact initiative in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of EHS and wastewater infrastructure experience.
• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 3-6 field safety professionals.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Enforce compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification

Confined Space Entry certification

RCRA training

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Environmental Health & Safety Manager - Queens, NY

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EHS Manager | Queens, NY

Location: Queens, NY

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 6 months (possibility for extension or direct hire)

Employment Type: 1099 Contractor

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 50 hours/week

About Sheakley

Since 1963, Sheakley has been a trusted leader in safety management outsourcing, delivering expert safety solutions across diverse industries. We're currently seeking a highly skilled Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety operations on a major tunneling and water infrastructure project in Queens, NY. This role is ideal for a seasoned EHS professional looking to take the lead on a high-impact initiative while managing a team of 3-6 safety personnel.

Compensation Package

• Non-Local Rate: $50 - $52/hr + $150/day per diem
• Local Rate: $55 - $59/hr
• Pay Frequency: Weekly
  
  

Project Scope

This assignment involves overseeing the EHS operations for the construction of a large water tunnel critical to the delivery of fresh water across the New York metropolitan area. The position requires underground construction safety expertise, including confined space oversight, environmental compliance, and the leadership of a multi-person safety team in a dynamic, high-risk environment.

Required Experience & Certifications

• Minimum 5 years of EHS and wastewater infrastructure experience
• HAZWOPER 40-hour certification (Required)
• Confined Space Entry certification (Required)
• RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) training (Required)
• OSHA 500 certification (Preferred)
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 3-6 field safety professionals
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments
• Enforce compliance with OSHA, EPA, and project-specific EHS regulations
• Develop and manage site-specific safety plans, including confined space and environmental controls
• Deliver safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all site safety matters
• Respond to and investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and document findings
• Monitor and ensure use of proper PPE and compliance with all safety procedures
  
  

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership presence and the ability to influence team-wide safety culture
• Excellent communication and public speaking skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Highly organized and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Experience managing subcontractor compliance and field safety coordination
• Knowledge of tunneling, environmental remediation, and water infrastructure safety is highly desirable
  
  

Knowledge Base

In-depth understanding of OSHA, RCRA, and confined space regulations as they apply to civil and underground infrastructure projects. Must be capable of interpreting and applying site-specific safety requirements while maintaining open communication with multiple contractors and stakeholders.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sheakley is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Salary: $50 - $59 per hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Professional Services

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