Description

Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Director, Chief Health & Safety, the selected candidate will: manage safety operations of construction activities in accordance with contract requirements and best management safety practices; conduct routine site assessments to identify hazardous work practices and conditions; liaise with construction managers and contractors in developing corrective action strategies to eliminate hazardous conditions and prevent workplace incidents; participate in safety meetings, job briefings, plan reviews, progress meetings, “toolbox talks”; review contractor submitted health and safety plans, job hazard analyses, means and methods, and pre-task plans to ensure compliance with CHSO Safety, Health and Environmental Program (SHEP) and regulatory conformity; participate in and document accident and incident investigations. The selected candidate will also be responsible for the preparation of weekly performance reports utilizing web-based application and spreadsheets. In the event of a major incident involving activation of the PA Emergency Operations Center (EOC), the candidate will provide support as required, including off hours and weekend coverage.
Qualifications:
Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Construction Safety Projects
• Bachelor’s Degree in the environmental, safety and occupational health field from an accredited college or university or Certified Site Safety Manager
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to climb ladders, twist and bend, be on feet for long periods, and be exposed to various temperature extremes throughout the year.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations for Construction and General Industry.
• Understanding of NYC DOB and FDNY regulations pertaining to construction operations in NYC.
• Possess a valid OSHA 30-hour card in the Construction and General Industry less than five-years old.
• Safety certification such as NYC Site Safety Manager, CSP, CHST, OHST and/or willingness to obtain.

Desired:
Ideal candidates will present the following profile:

• Understanding of NJ DCA regulations regarding construction in NJ.
• Ability to research federal, state, and local regulations and database.
• Experience in performing comprehensive and focused safety inspections on major construction projects.
• Experience in accident causation investigations and documentation
• Experience in the review of contractor health and safety plans, job hazard analyses, and work plans.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and writing skills, including experience interacting effectively with all levels of internal staff, outside agencies, tenants, union representatives and contractors.
• Demonstrated effective project and contract management skills, including conducting inspections and audits.
• Demonstrated statistical proficiency and statistical report generation.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously to meet tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience working in high stress environments.
• Demonstrated experience responding to and dealing with emergencies.
• Familiarity with FAA Rules and Regulation 5640
• Possess a NYC DOB Site Safety Training ID card.
• Field supervisory experience of construction activities.
• Five or more years of experience working in the safety, health and environmental field.