Safety Manager - Philadelphia, PA
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager with demonstrated asbestos abatement and demolition experience to provide full-time, on-site safety leadership for a large-scale environmental remediation and total demolition project in the Philadelphia area. This is a strong opportunity for a qualified safety professional seeking a long-term assignment, consistent Monday through Friday schedule, weekly pay, and up to $200 per day in traveler per diem. The selected contractor will oversee safety activities involving asbestos removal and the total demolition of multiple one-story structures. This position requires a visible field presence, strong documentation skills, and the ability to identify and correct hazards in a high-risk demolition environment.
Requirements
- Previous asbestos abatement safety experience
- Demolition project safety experience
- Construction, environmental, remediation, or industrial safety background
- Experience overseeing contractors and subcontractors
- Strong hazard-recognition and risk-mitigation skills
- Experience conducting daily audits, inspections, and safety reporting
- Strong incident investigation and documentation capabilities
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with field teams
- Available to start as soon as possible
- Able to work full-time and on-site in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Able to commit to the anticipated 10-month project duration
- Capable of working effectively in an active demolition environment
- Dependable transportation and consistent site attendance
Nice To Haves
- Candidates without direct asbestos abatement and demolition experience will not be considered.
- The ideal candidate is a confident, field-driven Safety Manager who understands the hazards associated with asbestos removal, structural demolition, environmental remediation, heavy equipment, respiratory protection, hazardous materials, and contractor-controlled work.
- This individual must be comfortable addressing unsafe behaviors, documenting deficiencies, communicating with multiple project stakeholders, and maintaining consistent safety expectations throughout a demanding demolition project.
Responsibilities
- Provide daily safety leadership throughout all project activities
- Monitor asbestos abatement operations for safe and compliant execution
- Oversee demolition activities and associated high-risk work
- Conduct jobsite inspections, audits, and hazard assessments
- Identify unsafe conditions and coordinate corrective actions
- Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and site orientations
- Investigate incidents, near misses, property damage, and safety concerns
- Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and incident documentation
- Verify contractor and subcontractor compliance with site safety requirements
- Support emergency-response planning and incident-prevention initiatives
- Partner with project management to achieve safety and operational objectives
- Promote accountability and a proactive safety culture across the project
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Up to $200 per day in traveler per diem
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
