Safety Supervisor

SPC Construction; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

SPC Construction Co. is seeking an experienced Safety Supervisor to oversee health and safety programs across project sites in the NJ/NY region.

You will analyze trends, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide technical expertise for orientations and training to promote a safer work environment. Join a landmark infrastructure effort: the Palisades Tunnel Project as part of the Hudson Tunnel Project, delivering critical rail tunnels under the Hudson River with cutting-edge safety practices and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or related field.
• 8+ years’ experience in construction or safety.
• Experience managing construction or safety teams.
• Ability to train and mentor safety professionals.
• Identify onsite project safety risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety program and procedures for one or more project sites within the District.
• Perform project site trend analysis and track accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and incidents.
• Develop and conduct safety orientations, trainings and toolbox talks for project staff.
• Ensure all permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked to avoid delays.
• Provide technical expertise for training, equipment needs and inspection requirements.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and procurement to ensure safety items are available.
• Provide project status and trend analyses to management and team as needed.
• Oversee injury reporting and resolution; review investigations and corrective actions.
• Review and approve Daily Hazard Analysis and participate in Jobsite Hazard Analyses.
• Create or approve worksite safety and evacuation plans; support emergency response planning.

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Team management

Training & mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety

Job description

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? As the Safety Supervisor, you will oversee occupational health and safety programs, analyze trends and ensure compliance with regulations to safeguard one or more project sites within the same District. Your role involves providing technical expertise, conducting safety orientations and reviewing safety procedure s . Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to promote a safe working environment

You will be joining one of the region’s most transformative infrastructure projects. You’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in the Palisades Tunnel Project, part of the landmark $16 billion Hudson Tunnel Project connecting New Jersey and New York. Working alongside leading construction partners, you’ll contribute to the delivery of twin rail tunnels beneath the Hudson River using state-of-the-art tunnel boring technology. This is a high-profile, technically complex project that will strengthen a critical transportation link between New Jersey and Manhattan for generations to come.

At SPC Construction, you’ll be part of a team delivering some of the region’s most complex, high-profile, and transformative infrastructure projects. Our work spans critical public infrastructure and highly competitive projects for government agencies throughout the NY/NJ metro area—projects that improve mobility, resilience, and quality of life for millions. By uniting deep technical expertise with innovation, collaboration, and an uncompromising commitment to safety and quality, SPC Construction is uniquely positioned to deliver results that stand the test of time. Join our growing team and build a career with a company doing impactful, industry-leading work.

How You Will Make An Impact

• Oversees safety program and procedures for one or more project sites within the same District.
• Performs project site trend analysis and ensures accurate tracking of accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents are recorded.
• Develops and conducts all safety orientations, trainings and oversees project site toolbox talks for all project staff within designated timeframe.
• Ensures all required project permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked for all required construction activities to avoid delays in construction schedule.
• Provides technical expertise to training, equipment needs and inspection requirements to support construction schedule and promote project cost savings.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for project needs to ensure onsite crews have all necessary safety items before construction activity begins.
• Provides project status and trend analysis to manager and project team, as needed.
• Oversees injury reporting and resolution for entire project site. Reviews investigation documentation and corrective action plans to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented on the job site.
• Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) from direct reports and personal daily documentation to ensure accurate and timely tracking of safety procedures. Participates in Jobsite Hazard Analysis (JHA) discussions and documentation for the entire project plan.
• Creates, reviews or approves the worksite safety and evacuation plan for the project site. Supports emergency response and vehicle access planning with Project Manager .

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred.
• 8+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.
• Experience managing construction or safety teams required.
• Developed skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals. Assigning tasks and training to build a strong and well balanced internal team.
• Able to provide training and learning opportunities for construction teams based on expert safety knowledge and standard safety principles.
• Proven skill to identify onsite project safety risks and develop innovative and compliant mitigation strategies within safety program and agency requirement standards.
• Expert knowledge of construction site equipment, methods and processes.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills with all levels of the organization .

Why Join Our Team

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $110,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $125,000.00/Yr.