Site Safety Manager

Gilbane Building Company•New York, NY

2d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a Site Safety Manager to supervise all safety efforts on a single large project with direct reports. As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. The role offers the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more. Gilbane is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. The ideal candidate is a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset, provides feedback and guidance, determines priorities, delegates work, and effectively communicates progress. They establish measures to assess impact, quality, and timeliness of results, while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. They build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline. They leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. They deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks. Core values should align with Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety & health, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
Minimum 4–5 years of NYC construction safety experience on projects requiring an approved Site Safety Plan (SSP) under NYC DOB regulations
Valid NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) Site Safety Manager (SSM) License, active and in good standing (required)
CHST Requirement — Candidates must hold, or be able to obtain, the CHST credential within six months of their start date.
OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Safety Certification (required)
Valid Site Safety Training (SST) Supervisor Card in accordance with Local Law 196
Comprehensive working knowledge of NYC Building Code Chapter 33, NYC Administrative Code §3310, OSHA regulations, and DOB rules related to construction safety
Ability to implement and enforce Site Safety Plans (SSP)
Proficient in identifying existing and potential jobsite hazards, issuing corrective actions, and exercising stop‑work authority when necessary
Experience coordinating with DOB inspectors, general contractors, construction managers, and subcontractors during inspections, audits, and enforcement actions
Strong documentation skills, including daily site safety logs, inspection reports, incident reports, and corrective action tracking
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with DOB NOW documentation requirements
Strong written and verbal communication skills to conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, orientations, and regulatory briefings
Ability to lead safety meetings and coordinate with contractors and DOB inspectors

Nice To Haves

NYC major building, alteration, or demolition experience preferred
Or an equivalent combination of education and NYC‑specific experience accepted

Responsibilities

Supports all safety efforts on the project and promotes the Gilbane Cares safety culture
Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review's, Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), etc.
Ensures contractors meet Gilbane safety submittal requirements
Ensures contractor compliance with Gilbane safety plan & expectations
Maintains all safety related documentation
Makes recommendations concerning situations hazardous to employee safety or health
Utilizes HammerTech to Audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan
Perform High Energy Control Assessments, OSHA-Specific Inspections and Site Logistics Inspections
Provides and analyzes HammerTech trending reports with project team and develops action plans
Coaches project team in effective hazard identification and correction of issues using HammerTech
Investigates all accidents/near misses and complete all paperwork required
Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources
Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers
Provides safety training to project teams on Gilbane, client, and OSHA requirements
Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks
Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”