Safety Manager - Heavy Civil Marine Construction
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Safety Manager - Heavy Civil Marine Construction

Location: Jersey City, NJ, Cranford, NJ, Manhattan, NY, New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY

Requisition ID: 174128

Job Level: Senior Level

Department: Safety

Market: Marine

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you an experienced construction Safety Manager passionate about safety? At Weeks Marine & Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on marine infrastructure projects is, “Nobody Gets Hurt.” We're currently looking for a safety manager who creates, supports, and audits our program which reinforces our commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Managing the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.
• Compiling, analyzing, and interpreting occupational illness and accident statistical data at the project level.
• Recommending process and product safety features that will reduce employee exposure to hazards.
• Routinely inspecting facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards.
• Monitoring the workforce for unsafe behaviors and coaching employees on correct behaviors.
• Developing environmental health and safety training materials.
• Managing training records for all safety training initiatives.
• Interpreting safety regulations for the project.
• Coordinating and presenting safety training to support client requirements.
• Interfacing with OSHA officials/inspectors during site visits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field.
• CSP or CHST is preferred.
• At least 8 years of experience managing Safety on construction projects related to heavy civil construction.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on complex projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and hazard recognition.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional interaction with all levels of management.
• CPR/First Aid, EMT certification, and OSHA/MSHA instructor certifications preferred.
• Able to access all points of a construction site in various climates.

Other Requirements:• Regular, reliable attendance• Work productively and meet deadlines• Communicate effectively in a team environment• Perform work safely and follow instructions• Work during normal operating hours• May work at various locations with varying conditions.

Base Compensation: $139,000/yr - $150,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, wellness programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

At Weeks Marine, you'll develop multidiscipline capabilities to grow your knowledge of marine infrastructure construction, all while helping people live better.

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