Junior Construction Safety Associate

Turner Construction Company; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Shelton, CT is seeking an Entry Level Project Safety Assistant for 2027. The role supports EH&S policy enforcement on construction sites, helps implement Building L.I.F.E.

and project safety programs, and assists with subcontractor safety reviews and OSHA compliance. The position includes assisting with training, safety audits, drug screening administration, orientation programs, and maintaining extensive safety records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field with at least 1 year of construction safety experience.
• Basic knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques.
• Familiar with Federal, State, and local EH&S regulations.
• Familiar with general construction operations.
• Ability to identify safety exposures and propose corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enforcement of company, EH&S, and risk management policies on construction projects.
• Assist with training for safe work practices and safety programs.
• Review subcontractor safety programs for compliance with policies and regulations.
• Review subcontractor training per OSHA standards.
• Promote safe work practices and safe working conditions.
• Administer drug screening program per company and project requirements.
• Coordinate preconstruction meetings with supervisor.
• Conduct worker orientation programs and record participation.
• Gather Pre-Task Plans (PTPs) and JHAs for project contractors.
• Maintain safety records (PTPs, JHAs, training records, MSDS, etc.).
• Conduct safety meetings and record minutes.
• Maintain log of toolbox safety meetings and summarize reports to supervisor.
• Conduct site safety audits and inspections with corrective action recommendations.
• Identify and report safety violations or unsafe practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety principles

Regulatory knowledge

Construction operations

Exposure assessment

Leadership

Verbal & written communication

Education

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

Job description

Turner Construction Company in Shelton, CT is seeking an Entry Level Project Safety Assistant for 2027. The role supports EH&S policy enforcement on construction sites, helps implement Building L.I.F.E.

and project safety programs, and assists with subcontractor safety reviews and OSHA compliance. The position includes assisting with training, safety audits, drug screening administration, orientation programs, and maintaining extensive safety records.