Licensed DOB Site Safety Manager - NYC Metro Area

Gallagher Bassett•New York, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Gallagher is a global leader in insurance, risk management and consulting services. We help businesses grow, communities thrive and people prosper. We live a culture defined by The Gallagher Way, our set of shared values and guiding tenets. A culture driven by our people, over 55,000 strong, serving our clients with customized solutions that will protect them and fuel their futures. Overview Gallagher Bassett Technical Services is seeking a qualified Site Safety Manager to become a valued member of our Safety & Health team. The ideal candidate for this position must be a proactively motivated individual with the ability to manage projects and deliver quality consulting services with minor supervision. This Site Safety Manager position is a casual (on as needed basis, possibly going to a full-time) position overseeing safety operations for New York City metro area construction projects. The Site Safety Manager shall exclusively be responsible for safety matters related to the Work Site for which they are assigned to and shall not have any other responsibilities associated with the Contract.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
A valid NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) Licensed Site Safety Manager
A valid 62-hr. Supervisor SST card
A valid FDNY Certificate of Fitness S56
Past experience and/or familiarity with the commercial high rise and/or institutional building construction development projects.
Competent to instruct and provide training/instruction on-site personnel as needed.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Ability to negotiate client properties including walking, climbing, lifting, and standing.
Ability to work independently to deliver on a timely basis with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills to participate in multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize assignments and prepare daily/comprehensive reports.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret collected data/information, apply appropriate occupational safety and health standards/regulations, and offer recommendations for improvement.
Strong understanding of regulatory, professional, and industry standards and practices.
Proactive attitude and customer service focus.
Computer competency in Microsoft Office (MS) products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams.

Nice To Haves

NYC DOB licensed Construction Superintendent
Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST) preferred, but not required.
Successful completion of the 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health (29 CFR 1926) Course
Active member of American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP).
Bi-lingual or multi-lingual communication skills.
Located in the NYC Metro area.

Responsibilities

Implement and enforce applicable construction site safety programs in accordance with all federal, state, local, and our customer’s needs.
Oversee and manage all site activities that relate to safe work practices. Review all construction/engineering designs and plans.
Ensure our Clients’ subcontractors perform all required actions and duties as it relates to system safety compliance; fire/ life safety; safety training; required safety certification; emergency procedures, plans and drills; and any other environmental safety/risk management compliance.
Safety/security implications related to contractor and subcontractor operations.
Perform daily safety inspection report audits and related testing and verification of operational safety readiness.
Coordination of other safety personnel for construction or build-out projects/activities.
Manage the supply and deployment of PPE to field personnel.
Coordination of Safety related items with the General Contractor’s office.
Familiarity with and environmental regulations and guidelines and workplace hazard controls; and ability to provide recommendations to reduce potential workplace hazards.
This position requires the ability early morning (A.M.) and late shift (P.M.) work hours, including weekends and holidays.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program