Site Safety Manager

Safety is a Shared Responsibility and Yonkers Contracting Company, has an opportunity for a Site Safety Manger to join our team in Gowanus, Brookyn! Qualified candidates must have 5-7 years of civil contracting experience. Familiarity with NYC & NYS DEP a plus. Reporting to the Director of Safety, the Site Safety Manager administers the safety program and serves as the safety advisor, ensuring safety compliance by the project team, all union labor and subcontractors working at the site.

Essential Duties include, but are not limited to:

project specific safety efforts and promote Yonkers Contracting Safety First culture

implement site-specific safety program

employees & subcontractors’ adherence to the site-specific safety & health plan

site-safety orientation for all employees assigned to the site

and/or coordinate worker training, maintain training records

anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control

proper use of personal safety protective equipment

daily safety inspection and Safety tool talks

and report all accidents

track and ensure all certifications are current

all safety related documentation

audits: safety, inspect facilities, machinery and safety equipment, compliance documentation

technical guidance and coaching

Experience: 5-7 years of construction safety management experience

with NYC & NYS DEP (a plus)

Hazwoper 40 Hour

OSHA 30

MPT

Skills are essential – Word and Excel

have valid driver’s license (will require authorization for a motor vehicle report)

provide valid identification to work in the U.S (form I9)

Attributes:

to take direction, prioritize, execute, and problem solve in a high-pressure environment; must be highly organized and work effectively within given time constraints

effective communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects, interpersonal skills. Exhibits positivity, passion, integrity, and responsibility

team oriented with collaborative work style

Physical Demands/Working Conditions (with or without reasonable accommodation)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Monitor safety which may require travel by vehicle and by walking on and around a construction site during various stages of construction, and in all types of weather conditions Must be able to perform activities requiring use of arms and legs, including climbing ladders/scaffolding, lifting & handling materials, walking & balancing, stooping.

be able to speak & hear detailed information through oral communication.

be able to see clearly and recognize small details.

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