Site Safety Manager

Henderson Scott US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Henderson Scott US is seeking an experienced Site Safety Manager to lead safety at Brooklyn or Bronx project sites. The role is on-site with base salary $175,000–$225,000 plus performance bonuses and full benefits.

You will oversee safety programs, conduct trainings, monitor incidents, ensure permits, and support emergency planning to keep construction schedules on track.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in construction or safety.
• Experience leading safety teams.
• Ability to train and mentor staff.
• Proven ability to identify and mitigate safety risks.
• Knowledge of site equipment and methods.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety program and procedures for one or more project sites.
• Tracks accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other incidents.
• Develops safety orientations, trainings and toolbox talks.
• Ensures permits and certifications are active and tracked.
• Provides technical support for training, equipment, and inspections.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for safety items.
• Reports project status and safety trends to management.
• Manages injury reporting and corrective action plans.
• Reviews DHA/JHA and documents safety procedures.
• Develops/worksites safety and evacuation plans with Project Manager.

Skills

Safety management

Team leadership

Training & mentoring

Risk mitigation

Equipment knowledge

Communication

Job description

URGENT! A leading General Contractor, specializing in affordable and market rate housing projects, is looking for an experience Site Safety Manager, as they continue to build out their Site Safety management team. This position will be on-site at one of their projects in Brooklyn or the Bronx.

Compensation: $175,000 - $225,000 base salary + performance bonuses + a full benefits package

Role:

• 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.

Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in construction or safety required.
• Experience managing construction or safety teams required.
• Developed skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals.
• 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