Safety Supervisor

fletchergroupautomation; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental and vision

PTO including vacation, sick days and

401(k) with match

Competitive compensation

Diversity and teamwork culture

Job summary

The State Group is seeking a Safety Supervisor to join our Buffalo, New York team. You will lead safety programs across sites, ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and related regulations while actively coaching teams on best practices.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in construction safety, a degree in Safety or related field, and CSP certification preferred. The role includes 100% paid health benefits, PTO, 401(k) with match, and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience with regulatory knowledge.
• Degree in Safety or related field; CSP certification preferred.
• Experience in construction or union environments with fluctuating project volumes.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Card.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70E, confined space, hot work, excavations, and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Ability to train and communicate safety requirements and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, ensuring safe behaviors and compliance on sites.
• Provide SME safety support to stakeholders on job sites, including customers and contractors.
• Oversee inspections, incident investigations, and collaborate with Risk Manager on claims.
• Maintain audits/inspections and ensure timely closure of action items.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO and other regulatory requirements; lead urgent safety responses.
• Notify leadership of potential non-compliant issues and stop unsafe conditions.

Skills

Construction safety

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Education

Degree in Safety or related field

CSP certification

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

BUILD A CAREER THAT BUILDS WHAT'S NEXT

For more than 65 years, The State Group's 3,500+ professionals have built and maintained the infrastructure that keeps businesses and industries moving across North America. Today, the company is a multi-trade industrial contractor powering industry solutions and sustaining critical operations across electrical, mechanical, civil, communications, maintenance, and emerging technology—from major construction projects to the ongoing work that keeps critical operations running as a trusted service partner of choice.

We invest in our people, technology, and innovation to strengthen how we work today and prepare for what's ahead. At The State Group, there are tremendous opportunities to build your skills, grow your career, and be part of something bigger.

The State Group is seeking a Safety Supervisor based at our Buffalo, New York location.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• This position is integral to our success and offers opportunities for career advancement.

• 100% PAID medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting.

• Competitive compensation, annual pay increases, and bonuses.

• State embraces and encourages workplace diversity.

• Forge partnerships that last through teamwork, integrity, and respect.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead by example by demonstrating safe behaviors, ensuring compliance, and encouraging others to do the same.

• Communicate and provide subject matter expert support to other stakeholders on job sites, including customers, general and other contractors, union representatives, and regulatory personnel.

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of all inspections and incident investigations, including collaborating with the Risk Manager for workers’ compensation and other claims.

• Maintain a summary of all audits, inspections, and other action items, and ensure timely and sustainable completion.

• Ensure compliance with all State Group, governmental, and legal requirements (including OSHA, EPA, ISO). Lead urgent response to workers’ safety concerns.

• Communicate any potential or non-compliant issues to the leadership team promptly.

• Stop unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately, and promptly counsel individuals or tag out equipment to eliminate unsafe conditions.

• Additional duties as assigned

WHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM

• 5+ years of construction safety experience with a strong understanding of applicable safety regulations and policies.

• A degree in Safety or a related field and a CSP certification are preferred.

• Experience in construction or union environments with fluctuating project volumes is preferred.

• Ability to work independently and effectively manage priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Card.

• Working knowledge of NFPA 70E, confined space activities, hot work, excavations, and other key safety protocols.

• Ability to demonstrate the organization's core values through professional conduct and leadership.

• Ability to effectively train and communicate safety requirements and protocols.

• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.

• Must pass a pre-employment background check and periodic drug tests.

• A strong commitment to our team, our customers, and the environments we serve.

• Embrace challenges, commit to continuous improvement, and deliver exceptional work.

To learn more about our organization, visit www.stategroup.com.

The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email [e-mail].