Construction Safety Specialist (EHS)

Structural Preservation Systems•Hawthorne, NJ

1h•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group. We are seeking a motivated Safety Specialist to support and promote a strong safety culture across our projects. This role is ideal for early-career safety professionals looking to grow within construction and industrial environments while making a direct impact on jobsite safety and compliance.

Requirements

Degree in EHS, Safety, Emergency Response, or related field (or equivalent experience)
1-3 years of related safety experience in construction or industrial environments
OSHA 30 certification (or ability to obtain)
Strong understanding of construction safety standards and regulatory requirements
Ability to communicate effectively with field teams and leadership
Knowledge of hazard recognition and risk mitigation practices
Basic understanding of structural systems and construction methods
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management tools (e.g., Procore, SharePoint)
Strong organizational and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications such as First Aid/CPR/AED, Confined Space, or Fall Protection are a plus
Previous field construction experience

Responsibilities

Assisting in the development of procedures for safety standards and best practices in a team environment through frequent interaction and open communication with managers, employees, subcontractors, and clients.
Conducting and coordinating worker safety training in areas such as safety standards and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment for new and current employees.
Ensuring compliance with SPS, OSHA, customer, state, and local regulations; and supports safety efforts to continuously improve overall site safety culture.
Working under the supervision of the Safety Manager to conduct testing of air quality, noise, temperature, etc. to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
Inspect work sites to ensure working conditions comply with OSHA, NY DOB, and company policies
Conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed by employees and suggesting risk mitigation strategies
Conduct respirator fit testing and maintain appropriate records
Participate in Frontline safety program (weekly update calls, observation reports, and other proactive safety tactics)
Participate in project planning discussions with emphasis on high-risk projects and high-risk or repetitive work tasks.
Conducting interactive training to help field personnel acquire necessary skills/knowledge/certifications
Conduct all accident, incident and near-miss investigations
Working with jobsite personnel and project teams to perform root-cause analysts, evaluate information, and implement corrective solutions.
Maintains records and develops reports on new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; prepares statistical reports as required.
Manage/ Facilitate Branch safety initiatives
Perform other duties, as assigned, in support of the EHS Strategic Plan.