Construction Safety Specialist

Construction Health and Safety Professionals | Queens, NY

Embark on an exciting career with a company celebrated by Inc. Magazine, boasting over 25 years of expertise in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) services.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement safety programs
• Issue and supervise hazardous work permits
• Conduct Pre-Task Planning, including JSAs, Safety Plans of Action (SPAs), Crane Lift Plans, etc.
• Perform site safety audits and inspections
• Provide oversight for high-risk work, including hot work, elevated work, hazardous energy control/LOTO, line break, core drilling, trenching/excavation, confined space entry, and crane lifts
• Mentor and coach contractor employees and managers in safe work practices.

Experience and Qualifications:

• 5 years of ground up construction safety oversight required
• Degree in safety related field preferred
• STS-C, CHST and or CSP highly preferred
• Minimum OSHA 30 Construction (within last 5 years) required
• Diverse safety background overseeing multiple trades
• Strong excavation experience
• Subcontractor management experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills

Physical requirements:

• Ability to walk and stand up to 8 hours per day often on rough terrain
• Ability to stoop, kneel to perform inspections
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs

Travel requirements:

• Reliable transportation
• Must resided within a reasonable driving distance of Queens, NY

Other Requirements:

• Position requires a background check
• Position requires a drug screen
• References will also be required

Contract | 1099 candidates will be considered

Benefits and Perks:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Retirement Plan - 401K with company match.
• Employer Paid Life Insurance for Full-Time Employees.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for employees, spouses, and children.
• Competitive Compensation Based on Experience.
• Generous PTO Package
• Annual Bonus
• Career Growth Opportunities for every employee.
• Continued Commitment to Employee Professional Development.
• Paid Training - integral to our commitment.
• Flexible Work Environment - remote, hybrid schedule, or office setting.
• Work/Life Balance - we trust our employees to manage their time effectively.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Company Events and Employee Appreciation.

CMI is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.