Senior Construction Safety Manager – Marine Projects

Kiewit; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical/dental/vision plans

Voluntary wellness program

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Weeks Marine, in partnership with Kiewit, seeks a Safety Specialist for Northeast Region construction sites. The role oversees environmental health and safety programs across projects in Cranford, NJ, and surrounding states, ensuring compliance and a culture of safety.

The position requires 5-7+ years of heavy civil safety management, OSHA knowledge, and strong communication. Base compensation ranges from $90,000 to $94,000 per year, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study.
• CS P or CHST preferred; OSHA 30
• 5-7+ years of experience managing safety on construction projects, heavy civil preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Managing the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.
• Compiling, analyzing, and interpreting occupational illness and accident data at the project level.
• Recommending safety features to reduce employee exposure to hazards.
• Inspecting facilities, machinery and safety equipment to identify and correct hazards.
• Monitoring workforce for unsafe behaviors and coaching employees accordingly.
• Developing safety training materials and manuals.
• Tracking and documenting all safety training initiatives.
• Interpreting safety regulations for the project.
• Coordinating and presenting safety training for client requirements including orientation, fall protection, confined space, lockout/tagout and repertory.
• Interfacing with OSHA/OSHA inspectors during site visits.

Job description

Weeks Marine, in partnership with Kiewit, seeks a Safety Specialist for Northeast Region construction sites. The role oversees environmental health and safety programs across projects in Cranford, NJ, and surrounding states, ensuring compliance and a culture of safety.

The position requires 5-7+ years of heavy civil safety management, OSHA knowledge, and strong communication. Base compensation ranges from $90,000 to $94,000 per year, with a competitive benefits package.