Safety Manager | Cambridge, MA

HazTek Inc.•Cambridge, MA

2d•$105,000 - $130,000

About The Position

HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Manager to serve as the owner’s safety representative for a laboratory and office renovation project in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The role partners with the owner’s project team, construction management, site EHS, Facilities, and subcontractors to support safe project execution and oversee implementation of project safety requirements. The position requires flexibility to support occasional second-shift work, weekends, and utility shutdowns. This is a local-only opportunity; no travel, per diem, or relocation is offered. The stated pay range is $105,000–$130,000. HazTek Safety Management is a full-service safety partner founded in 1997. The company describes its focus as the health, safety, and well-being of employees and companies, and offers full-time employment, stability, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support, and access to a network of more than 375 full-time safety professionals. HazTek states that it is committed to inclusion and acceptance and values diversity, skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Requirements

Strong construction safety experience, with the ability to independently oversee contractor activities and enforce project safety requirements.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction training.
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Thorough understanding of construction safety regulations and their practical application in the field.
Experience reviewing JSA/JHAs, assessing high-risk work, and overseeing Permit to Work processes.
Ability to coordinate safety efforts across multiple contractors while partnering with project management, site EHS, and Facilities teams.
Strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to address safety concerns and influence decisions at all levels.
Experience conducting safety audits, developing procedures, and preparing clear reports.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-based documentation systems.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 510.
Laboratory or pharmaceutical construction experience.
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Responsibilities

Serve as the owner’s safety representative, coordinating with project leadership, site EHS, Facilities, construction management, and subcontractors.
Oversee implementation of project safety requirements, site procedures, and contractor safety plans.
Verify proper use of the Permit to Work system and confirm required permits are in place before work begins.
Review and approve Job Safety Analyses and Job Hazard Analyses, and partner with construction management on risk assessments for high-risk activities.
Conduct daily site walkthroughs and periodic safety audits, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions.
Support contractor selection by reviewing subcontractor safety programs and evaluating safety performance throughout the project.
Participate in incident investigations and support incident reporting and corrective action processes.
Participate in toolbox talks and contractor safety meetings, and audit orientation and training records.
Communicate safety concerns, project risks, and improvement opportunities to workers and project leadership.