OHLA USA

Safety Manager at OHLA USA East Elmhurst, NY

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $110,000.00 - $150,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Personal time off
engaging work environment

Job Description

OHLA USA is a leading construction company committed to building a better, safer, and more sustainable world for generations to come. With a steadfast dedication to safety, reliability, and community impact, OHLA USA has established itself as a prominent player in the heavy civil construction industry. The company prides itself on bringing together a diverse range of talented professionals who thrive in a collaborative and challenging work environment. These professionals are united by the common goal of delivering high-quality infrastructure that serves the needs of communities and meets stringent safety standards. OHLA USA offers its employees opportunities to grow, develop,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum five years’ experience in heavy civil construction safety management
  • Current OSHA 30-hour Construction training
  • NYC DOB SST 62-hour and 40-hour Site Safety Manager certifications
  • SSPC/AMPP C-3/C-5 Competent Person Lead Removal certification
  • NYS DOL Asbestos Inspector License
  • MTA NYCT Track Training Certification
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to conduct safety training and jobsite inspections
  • Ability to investigate and report incidents
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Previous MTA experience

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or four-year equivalent degree in Health and Safety, Environmental Health, science, or related field preferred but not required
  • Five plus years’ experience in heavy civil construction preferably in a management safety role
  • Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques
  • Ability to identify known and potential exposures and recommend corrective actions
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite programs
  • Strong management, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Current and up-to-date safety training including OSHA 30-hour Construction, NYC DOB SST 62-hour, NYC DOB 40-hour Site Safety Manager Course, SSPC/AMPP C-3/C-5 Competent Person Lead Removal, NYS DOL Asbestos Inspector License, MTA NYCT Track Training Certification
  • Previous MTA experience required

Job Duties

  • Develop site specific safety programs
  • Direct and oversee day-to-day activities of multiple site safety coordinators
  • Maintain ongoing training and mentoring of site safety coordinators
  • Establish and conduct jobsite orientation for new employees
  • Attend initial meetings with Project Staff and Subcontractors to define safety roles
  • Conduct regular weekly safety meetings and maintain logs
  • Review subcontractors' safety programs to ensure compliance
  • Conduct daily jobsite and work area inspections
  • Conduct job briefings and pre-shift safety training
  • Perform weekly formal jobsite inspections and complete safety checklists
  • Record and report safety violations and unsafe practices
  • Enforce immediate correction of violations and unsafe practices
  • Assist in establishing safety procedures including evacuation and fire control
  • Investigate all incidents and generate reports
  • Maintain all required job safety records
  • Conduct monthly safety overview meetings
  • Assist Claims Manager in managing claims
  • Attend Project Staff Meetings to discuss safety issues and job progress

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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