Field Safety Leader – Marine Construction

Weeks Marine, Inc.; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Weeks Marine, Inc. is seeking a Safety Professional to join our Northeast Construction team. The role blends field coaching with safety program implementation, aiming to protect crews and advance our Nobody Gets Hurt culture across marine and heavy civil projects.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels who share a passion for safety, continuous learning, and leadership. Travel among NY, NJ, and CT project sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Management, Engineering, Environmental Safety or related field preferred.
• Construction safety or marine/heavy civil environment experience preferred.
• Experience at Safety Specialist, Safety Coordinator or Safety Manager level may be considered.
• Knowledge of regulatory OSHA requirements and safety program development is valued.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project leadership and field teams to support safe work execution.
• Learn and drive Weeks Marine and Kiewit safety programs and expectations.
• Assist Operations with work planning, hazard recognition, risk mitigation and safeguards.
• Spend time in the field engaging with crews and coaching field leaders.
• Assist with incident investigations, corrective actions, and lessons learned.

Skills

OSHA 30

CHST CSP

CPR First Aid

OSHA instructor credentials

EMT or emergency-response

OSHA construction regulations

Incident investigation risk mgmt

Education

Degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Job description

Weeks Marine, Inc. is seeking a Safety Professional to join our Northeast Construction team. The role blends field coaching with safety program implementation, aiming to protect crews and advance our Nobody Gets Hurt culture across marine and heavy civil projects.

We welcome candidates at various experience levels who share a passion for safety, continuous learning, and leadership. Travel among NY, NJ, and CT project sites is expected as needed.