Safety Manager

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? As the 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.

Join our $400M high-impact transit infrastructure initiative, Rokaway Line Resiliency and Rehabilitation, that’s shaping the future of New York's transportation system. This dynamic project encompasses the design and construction of critical viaduct repairs at the Hammels Wye Campus and along both the East and West Branches of the Rockaway Line. It also includes the design and installation of advanced flood mitigation systems, ensuring long-term resilience against extreme weather. At Beach 105th Street Station, we're delivering major upgrades, including a new signal tower, track crossover, and comprehensive traction-power, signal, and utility improvements. The project also involves the replacement of key electrical and mechanical components on the iconic South Channel Bridge.

Apply now and transform your career with us. 

• 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. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred. 

• 10+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.  

• Minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated safety experience.

• Experience as the head of safety on at least one (1) transit, commuter rail, or design-build project.

• Track Safety Trained for NYCT.

• A minimum of ninety (90) days prior NYCT Right of Way (“ROW”) experience with flagging and diversions of service.

• Successful completion of the 40-hour NYC-Department of Buildings Site Safety Manager Course.

• Successful completion of the 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health (29 CFR 1926) Course.

• 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.  

• 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. 

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

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.