Health & Safety Manager - Construction

Turner & Townsend • Boston, MA

2d • $100,000 - $155,000

About The Position

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to join our team to support large-scale construction projects. The ideal individual will have a proven track record of excellent project delivery. This position serves as the Owner’s Representative Safety Manager, with a focus on overseeing project safety. This role is intended to provide an additional layer of oversight on the job site and to partner with the Construction Manager in fostering a safer work environment. The individual will collaborate with the on-site team to address identified issues and assist in developing long-term solutions to prevent recurring incidents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or field related to construction.
• Minimum 5- 7 years of relevant experience
• Proven experience in implementing and monitoring project HSE plans or contractor site safety plans.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure projects are managed to the right quality standards, completed efficiently, and on time.
• Strong ability to build and maintain working relationships with clients and cross-functional team members.
• Ensure key information and data are effectively shared and appropriately retained.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experienced in utilizing software such as Procore, SafetyCulture, or similar safety auditing and construction management platforms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for generating required KPI reports.

Nice To Haves

• CCM certification preferred
• The following certifications are preferred OSHA 30 certification; OSHA 500/510, BCSP Qualified Credentials (OHST, ASP, CSP, or CHST), and CPR.
• ASP, CSP, or CHST certifications are preferred but not required.
• Construction experience with a focus on the healthcare, pharmaceutical, or life sciences sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to internal teams and stakeholders, including oversight of the overall construction effort and progress reporting.
• Own and manage contracts and budgets for direct contracts as assigned, ensuring alignment with cost budgets.
• Develop and coordinate detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all projects adhere to health and safety regulations, conducting regular site inspections and audits.
• Identify and address quality, safety, health, and environmental issues.
• Proactively manage risks related to construction project execution and HES, coordinating GC actions on risk as necessary.
• Support the design process by reviewing drawings against project requirements, assessing constructability, and providing construction input during early project phases.
• Create and coordinate monthly, daily, and event reporting for the construction team, in collaboration with the Construction Field Representative.
• Issue effective meeting minutes and other documentation for site progress meetings, Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings, and other required meetings.
• Coordinate and support the RFI and submittal process, working with the cost controller to ensure alignment with cost budgets.
• Assist the client PM in coordinating the construction effort to support effective safety, QA/QC, and labor relations programs that meet IIF and OE objectives.
• Help establish the success criteria for the project, including time, cost, technical, and quality performance parameters, with a focus on tactical, technical, and process delivery.
• Support the development and execution of contractors and overall purchasing strategy in concert with the client.
• Act as project schedule owner or support the project scheduler, maintaining the schedule to track critical actions and milestones.
• Conduct kick-off and regular meetings with key project stakeholders (architects, engineers, suppliers, contractors) to track and report on progress.
• Work with other project function teams to review as-built documents and other closeout items.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including subcontractors and vendors.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, permits, and compliance records.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• Regularly reviewing safety and health plans developed by the CM
• Conducting daily job site audits
• Reviewing pre-construction documents to ensure alignment with client requirements
• Evaluating work permits for adequacy
• Leading weekly safety meetings
• Creating KPI reports to track trends and develop mitigation strategies to be shared with the client
• Assisting in coordination between the owner, CM, and contractors

Benefits

• The minimum salary for the position is $100,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Health and Safety Manager position is $155,000 annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior