Field-Based Construction Safety Leader

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. in; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM in San Diego is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist (Field Based) to lead safety initiatives for a high-visibility biotech construction project. This on-site, full-time role focuses on fall protection, scaffolding, and roofing.

Key duties include daily site safety inspections, enforcing regulations, reviewing pre-task plans, incident investigations, toolbox talks, and coordinating with trades to uphold safe practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety or related degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Certification required; fall protection/scaffolding certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document daily site safety inspections.
• Enforce compliance with fall protection and scaffolding safety regulations.
• Review, evaluate, and provide feedback on contractor pre-task plans.
• Support and lead safety-related aspects of construction projects and risk mitigation.
• Assist site leadership in managing and improving the overall safety program.
• Serve as a visible safety presence during high-risk activities (roofing, elevated work).
• Lead and support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and jobsite safety meetings.
• Collaborate with trade partners and subcontractors to ensure safe work practices.
• Build relationships across levels while enforcing safety standards.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

OSHA 30-hour Construction Certificate

Fall protection knowledge

Scaffolding safety

Roofing operations

Incident investigations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety or related degree

Job description

ERM in San Diego is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist (Field Based) to lead safety initiatives for a high-visibility biotech construction project. This on-site, full-time role focuses on fall protection, scaffolding, and roofing.

Key duties include daily site safety inspections, enforcing regulations, reviewing pre-task plans, incident investigations, toolbox talks, and coordinating with trades to uphold safe practices.