Senior Regional Construction Safety Leader

Consigli Construction; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction is seeking a Safety Manager to lead our region's safety program. The role focuses on developing and maintaining safety practices across job sites, training staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will conduct site visits, lead safety meetings, and manage incident investigations to drive continuous improvement. A strong background in construction safety and certifications is required, with travel to multiple project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably in large-scale ground-up or renovation commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Professional certifications such as CHST, ASP, CSP, or similar are a plus.
• Experience developing and implementing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs), and Fall Protection Plans.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly to job sites.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field required.
• OSHA 500 Trainer certification or trainer-level experience is a plus.
• Experience managing high-risk construction activities, including concrete forming, scaffolding, trenching, and demolition.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company-wide safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.
• Conduct regular job site visits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Participate in JSA reviews and Jobsite Gym activities.
• Lead frequent safety trainings and meetings at the corporate, regional, and self-perform levels.
• Participate in and lead corporate safety meetings.
• Lead self-perform preconstruction safety meetings.
• Serve as a trainer for programs including Fall Protection, NFPA Hot Work, First Aid/CPR, MEWP, and Forklift Certification.
• Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
• Investigate incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and lead root cause analyses.
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of PPE and fall protection systems.
• Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and coordinate site-wide safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure completion of pre-task documentation, including Fall Protection Plans, Demolition Plans, Silica Exposure Control Plans.
• Maintain safety documentation such as OSHA logs, safety meeting records, and training certifications.
• Work with superintendents to plan safe means and methods for high-risk activities such as scaffolding, formwork, heavy lifting, and concrete operations.
• Stay current with local, state, and federal safety regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Ethics and integrity

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification

OSHA 500 Trainer certification

CHST/ASP/CSP or similar certification

Job description

Consigli Construction is seeking a Safety Manager to lead our region's safety program. The role focuses on developing and maintaining safety practices across job sites, training staff, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will conduct site visits, lead safety meetings, and manage incident investigations to drive continuous improvement. A strong background in construction safety and certifications is required, with travel to multiple project sites as needed.