Construction Safety Specialist

Infrastructure Engineering, Inc.•Newark, NJ

1h•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Infrastructure Engineering, Inc. (IEI) is looking for an experienced Construction Safety Specialist to join their team and support a major capital construction program for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. In this field-based role, you will work closely with project teams, contractors, Port Authority representatives, and other stakeholders to help ensure construction activities are performed safely and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety, fire, and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in monitoring active construction operations, identifying and addressing potential hazards, documenting safety findings, and supporting a strong culture of safety across complex infrastructure projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a safety professional who enjoys being on-site, collaborating with diverse project partners, and making a direct impact on the safe delivery of high-profile capital construction work. Join us as we continue to build a company based on Integrity, Excellence, and Ingenuity.

Requirements

At least five (5) years of construction safety experience, including accident prevention and incident investigation on active construction sites.
Valid NYC Department of Buildings Site Safety Supervisor Card (SST).
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Experience in building construction, heavy civil work, and major capital construction projects.
Working knowledge of OSHA 1926 standards, NYC DOB requirements, FDNY requirements, local laws, and other applicable regulatory agency standards.
Knowledge of hazard recognition and assessment, incident investigation and reporting, root-cause analysis, and job hazard analysis.
Familiarity with National Fire Codes, NFPA standards, NYC and New Jersey fire codes, and FDNY operations and procedures.
Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, time-management, and stakeholder-management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety-related tracking or documentation software.

Nice To Haves

CHST certification or another recognized construction safety credential.
Bachelor’s degree in safety management, Construction Management, or a related safety field.
Experience supporting OCIP or CCIP projects.
Previous Port Authority project experience.

Responsibilities

Review contracts, drawings, health and safety plans, and project documentation for compliance with applicable requirements.
Monitor contractor work operations, equipment, and construction practices to identify hazards and confirm alignment with approved safety programs, job hazard analyses, contract documents, and accepted safety procedures.
Conduct comprehensive site safety audits and inspections across active construction projects.
Ensure contractor compliance with OSHA, FDNY, NYC Department of Buildings, local laws, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Prepare daily safety reports that include photos, observations, deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; conduct root-cause analysis; and recommend actions to prevent recurrence.
Prepare preliminary information reports related to accident and incident investigations.
Partner with Port Authority Resident Engineers, agency safety representatives, integrity monitors, contractors, insurance representatives, and other project stakeholders.
Evaluate contractor construction safety and fire safety programs and provide technical recommendations based on findings.