Construction Safety Manager

Location: Copiague, NY

Salary Range: $95,000 – $105,000 annually

Work Arrangement: Office-based with frequent travel to active construction jobsites throughout the Tri-State area.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to oversee and strengthen safety programs across multiple construction projects. This individual will be responsible for ensuring OSHA compliance, conducting jobsite inspections, identifying potential hazards, providing employee safety training, and promoting a strong safety culture.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on construction safety experience, strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, and the ability to work closely with field employees, supervisors, and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-site safety inspections and audits across active construction projects.
• Identify unsafe conditions, workplace hazards, and potential safety violations, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain safety inspection reports and documentation using Procore and other company systems.
• Develop, update, and maintain Construction Health and Safety Plans (CHASPs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Site-Specific Safety Plans.
• Monitor employee safety certifications, training records, and renewal requirements.
• Conduct new-hire safety orientations, toolbox talks, refresher training, and other safety education programs.
• Investigate workplace injuries, near misses, and safety incidents, and recommend preventive measures.
• Provide post-incident counseling and targeted safety retraining when necessary.
• Identify recurring safety concerns and recommend improvements to safety procedures and training programs.
• Lead quarterly Safety Committee meetings and communicate safety trends and recommendations to management.
• Prepare jobsites and facilities for insurance carrier and loss-control inspections.
• Inspect tools, safety equipment, first-aid kits, fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, and other required safety resources.
• Maintain accurate safety and training records while ensuring compliance with OSHA and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Build strong working relationships with field employees and supervisors and provide ongoing safety guidance.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Applicable SST certifications.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction regulations and construction trades.
• Previous experience conducting construction jobsite safety inspections and audits.
• Experience developing and maintaining safety documentation, JHAs, and site-specific safety plans.
• Strong communication, presentation, and employee training skills.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and follow-up abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Procore is preferred.
• Valid New York State driver's license and willingness to travel regularly to construction jobsites.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based, with frequent travel to construction jobsites throughout the Tri-State area.
• Must be comfortable walking and navigating active construction sites.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and access uneven or elevated surfaces.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $95,000 – $105,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor contribution.
• 2% Profit Sharing.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employer-funded HRA.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employer-paid $50,000 Life Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Additional employee benefits and growth opportunities.