Project Safety Consultant

Corr Safety Professionals•Linden, NJ

1d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Health & Safety Field Position provides on-site health and safety support for construction and industrial projects. This is a field role, responsible for assisting in the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of project-specific health and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, company standards, and client requirements. Works closely with project management, operating units, and client to promote a strong safety culture and prevent incidents.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of construction safety field experience.
Demonstrated experience supporting active construction or industrial projects.
Local candidates preferred, but open to non-local candidates.
Willingness to travel for onsite project work as required.
Ability to work scheduled and extended hours for special projects, including weekends when necessary.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong ability to collaborate effectively as part of a project team.
Excellent problem evaluation and problem-solving skills.
Professional and effective interaction with employees, supervisors, subcontractors, and clients.
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Frequent walking on active construction sites, including uneven surfaces.
Occasional climbing of stairs and ladders.
Ability to work in varying environmental conditions typical of construction and industrial job sites.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field preferred.
BCSP credentials such as CSP, CHST, or OHST
OSHA 500, 510, 511, and/or OSHA 30

Responsibilities

Provide clerical and administrative support to project safety operations, including documentation control, recordkeeping, and reporting.
Assist in planning, implementing, and maintaining project health and safety programs, procedures, and protocols.
Prepare, compile, and present safety-related reports, metrics, and documentation to project leadership and management.
Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and client health and safety regulations.
Conduct routine inspections of work areas, job sites, equipment, and common areas to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Regularly assess tools, equipment, and machinery to verify they are in safe operating condition.
Perform job site safety observations of field and craft personnel, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
Support the management and oversight of Safe Work Permit Programs, including but not limited to: Hot Work Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Confined Space Entry Other permit-required activities
Conduct risk assessments and job hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues and recommend controls.
Participate in and support incident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes.
Collaborate with operating units and adjacent contractors to implement corrective and preventive actions.
Track and trend incident data to identify recurring risks and improvement opportunities.
Conduct and facilitate safety training sessions, orientations, and toolbox talks (e.g., TBSM, site safety orientations).
Educate supervisors, managers, and project leaders on health and safety requirements and best practices.
Promote a proactive safety culture through effective communication and engagement at all levels of the workforce.
Analyze health and safety data, trends, and observations to evaluate program effectiveness.
Review existing work practices and recommend improvements to reduce risk and enhance safety performance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with company and client safety objectives.