Safety Manager

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? As the Health and Safety Manager, 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 procedures. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to promote a safe working environment.

As part of the $55 million Canal Street Substation project in downtown Manhattan, we are relocating existing electrical utilities, water mains, gas mains, and sewer lines to make way for a new underground power substation for the MTA subway system. Working with MTA Construction and Development, we are installing 120 secant piles (36 inches in diameter) drilled into bedrock, followed by a 50-foot deep excavation supported by three levels of support of excavation and continuous dewatering. We are constructing a reinforced concrete substation structure equipped with power transformers, rectifiers, access hatches, and ventilation, and connecting it to the existing subway tunnel.At street level, we will complete restoration with a new NYC Parks Department basketball court, benches, water fountains, paver sidewalks, and tree pits, all delivered by our company upon project completion.

Apply now and transform your career with us. 

• The Safety Manager shall be responsible for the management of all safety and security matters during all Project phases including construction, start-up, commissioning and testing.
• Supports emergency response and vehicle access planning with Project Manager. 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.
• Creates, reviews and approves the worksite safety and evacuation plan for the 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.  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred. 
• 5+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.
• Experience as the head of safety on at least one (1) transit or commuter rail, project.
• Track Safety Trained for NYCT required.
• A minimum of ninety (90) days prior NYCT Right of Way (“ROW”) experience with flagging and diversions of service required.
• Successful completion of the 40-hour NYC-Department of Buildings Site Safety Manager Course and license required.
• Successful completion of the 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health (29 CFR 1926) Course required.
• Active member of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) required.
• Possess and maintain a current New York State Department of Labor Asbestos Inspectors License.
• Possess and maintain a current C-3/C-5 Supervisor / Competent Person Training for De-leading of Industrial Structures Certificate.
• Competent to instruct on-site personnel.
• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• 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.   
• 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. 

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, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.