Construction Safety Specialist/Coordinator
$109,304–$139,360 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Review Contractor and Design-Builder health and safety plan submittals to determine trends and areas of concern. Provide oversight of construction safety programs through reporting, audits, inspections, and training. Perform regular field inspections and audits to confirm compliance with OSHA, FDNY, NYCDOB, and local laws, preparing daily reports with photos and detailed observations. Conduct accident, incident, and near-miss investigations to perform root cause analysis and develop recommendations for prevention. Collaborate with Resident Engineers, client safety representatives, and stakeholders to evaluate risks and monitor work conditions. Assist in developing and implementing site-specific accident prevention programs while maintaining safety reporting systems for clients and management.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 11 years' experience performing construction safety oversight services including conducting investigations and accident prevention at construction sites or related fields
- High School Diploma
- Possess OSHA 30-hour construction safety certificate
- Experience as the head of safety on at least one (1) transit or commuter rail 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
- Experience with on-site safety/quality assurance including project inspections, reporting results, preparation of safety scope of work observations for corrective action, and management of project to confirm full safety requirement compliance
- Experience in developing construction safety plans and enforcement of construction safety protocols and requirements
- Experience in reviewing and commenting on the Contractor's/Design-Builder's Safe Work Plans
- Experience in coordinating, conducting, and attending regularly scheduled and ad-hoc safety meetings
- Experience in conducting field safety walkthroughs with Contractor's/Design-Builder's
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills including writing skills to support reporting as well as oral communications
- Strong organizational, time management skills
- Demonstrated strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Demonstrated knowledge using computer safety software utilized for managing and tracking project hazards, incidents, and program documentation
- Demonstrated experience on large scale governmental agency capital construction projects including heavy civil infrastructure construction
- Demonstrated knowledge of Construction Safety and regulations including OSHA 1926 Standards, NYC DOB Code, FDNY, Local laws including DOT, DEP and any other applicable regulatory agency
- Familiarity with National Fire Codes, NFPA standards, NYC and NJ Fire Codes, Rules of the City of NY and FDNY operations and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to effectively evaluate contractor construction safety and fire safety programs and to make technical recommendations based upon findings
- Demonstrated knowledge of hazard recognition and assessment, incident and accident Investigation and reporting and conduct root cause analysis and Job Hazard Analysis
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with OSHA and FDNY inspectors, construction inspectors, contractors, management, safety professionals, workers and stakeholders
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in safety management or construction management, or College Degree in a safety related field from an accredited institution or equivalent
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