Safety Manager - NY

Haugland Group LLC; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with 5% match

Paid time off

Educational opportunities and training

Job summary

Haugland Group LLC is seeking an experienced safety professional for our New York Territory. The role supports project teams, conducts site safety inspections, and leads toolbox talks to enforce health and safety standards on complex civil infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of electrical utility construction safety, a degree in safety or construction management, and holds OSHA 10/30/50 certifications. Travel >50% and a valid license are required.

Qualifications

• Over 50% travel required.
• 5+ years of experience in electrical utility construction safety.
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• OSHA 10 TD, OSHA 30, OSHA 50.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.
• Ability to pass a background check and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety support to project teams and sites.
• Conduct safety inspections/audits at multiple job sites.
• Lead weekly toolbox talks with employees and subcontractors.
• Assist in developing site-specific Health and Safety Plans and Job Hazard Analyses.
• Investigate near misses, injuries, accidents, and property damage.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Skills

Travel readiness

Electrical utility construction safety

Safety leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety or Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Haugland Group, a privately owned Long Island, New York-based civil infrastructure and energy construction company, has an immediate opportunity for an experienced safety professional in our New York Territory.

We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, highly organized individual to join the Environmental Health and Safety team to provide safety support to our construction project management teams and ensure compliance with all regulations.

At Haugland, we understand that pushing the boundaries of what has been done is essential to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow. The journey won’t be simple, but what gets us there is. At Haugland Group, Our Word is Our Way. We are leaders in building what’s next because we see the path to get there and we’re setting a new standard of exceptional along the way.

Let’s build together!

Key Functions

• Provide safety support to the project teams.
• Conduct frequent safety inspections/audits of multiple job sites.
• Complete weekly safety meetings (toolbox talks) with employees and subcontractors.
• Assist in the development of site-specific Health and Safety Plans, Safe Work Plans, Job Hazard Analyses and Tailboards.
• Investigate all near misses, injuries, accidents and property damage.
• Ensure safety compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.
• Interact with project managers, supervisors and workers to identify and correct unsafe conditions or work practices.
• Identify loss producing conditions and practices, recommending appropriate corrective action.
• Observe tasks as they are being completed to provide support and ensure safe practices.

Desired Qualifications

• Must be able to travel. Over 50% of travel is required for this role.
• 5+ years of experience with electrical utility construction (underground and overhead transmission, telecom, etc.) safety and work practices.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Construction Management of a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Experience in human performance and error reduction.
• OSHA 10 T&D, OSHA 30, OSHA 50.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.
• Display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner. Able to follow verbal and written instructions with little supervision.
• Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Effective communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to pass a background check and possess a valid driver’s license.

Why Haugland?

The compensation range for this role is $95,000-$130,000.

• Excellent benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), short/long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401k with 5% employer match
• Employer funded Dependent Care FSA
• Potential for annual performance-based raise
• Paid Time Off
• Paid company observed holidays
• Educational and professional advancement opportunities
• Frequent company-sponsored events
• Relaxed, friendly office
• Fast-paced, exciting environment

Haugland Group LLC and its operating divisions, affiliates, related entities, and subsidiaries (collectively, “the Company”) do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered property of the Company and therefore, the Company will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Only upon the Company’s written request may preferred vendors be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with the Company must be in place and current.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.