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Benefits

Competitive salaries
Auto allowances
Medical insurance
Emotional and mental health benefits
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Virtual care options
Paid Time Off
401K Plan with employer match
Life insurance
Tax deferred savings accounts
Backup daycare days
short-term disability
long-term disability
Commuter Benefits

Job Description

Suffolk is a distinguished national enterprise that excels in building, innovating, and investing across various sectors. As a comprehensive construction management firm, Suffolk’s expertise extends beyond traditional construction services to include real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology startup investment via Suffolk Technologies. This integration of services enables Suffolk to deliver sophisticated project solutions by harnessing data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through an innovative Seamless Platform. The company’s approach connects design, construction, and operations, ultimately delivering smarter and more predictable results that redefine how America builds.

With more than $9 billion in annual revenue, Suffolk has established itself as a leader in the construction industry. Its 3,000 employees operate across 17 offices nationwide, including major hubs such as Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other strategic markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Being privately held, Suffolk is led by founder, chairman, and CEO John Fish and is ranked #8 on Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.”

The company fosters a supportive work environment by offering a robust total rewards program designed to address employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being. This comprehensive benefits package includes competitive salaries, auto allowances, gas cards (for certain roles), leading medical and mental health benefits, dental and vision plans, virtual care services, generous paid time off, a 401k plan with employer match, company-paid and voluntary life insurance, tax-deferred savings accounts, backup daycare days, and commuter benefits.

The role Suffolk is offering seeks bold, curious, innovative, and caring individuals who aspire to elevate their careers in a dynamic industry. The organization emphasizes acting with purpose and integrity while encouraging employees to bring intelligence and grit to their work. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with Superintendents and Project Managers, focusing on administering, directing, and ensuring compliance with Corporate Safety and Health policies and procedures at the project level or across multiple projects within a region or sector.

The incumbent will be responsible for managing overall safety procedures on assigned projects, including conducting regular site inspections, maintaining safety documentation, coordinating safety planning meetings, and serving as a resource on federal, state, and local safety regulations. The role also involves reviewing subcontractors' safety programs, facilitating safety training, performing accident investigations, and collaborating with risk management teams to address safety claims and trends. The position requires a proactive approach to risk management and adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.

This role is ideal for individuals with a construction health and safety background who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about maintaining safe working conditions. Candidates must be collaborative, meticulous, organized, and possess strong communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities. The position demands a commitment to personal growth and alignment with Suffolk's core values of Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring. Joining Suffolk means becoming part of a company dedicated to innovation and excellence, providing the foundation for a rewarding and impactful career in construction safety management.

Job Requirements

  • bachelor's degree in construction or safety preferred but not required
  • 3-5 years of experience in construction health and safety
  • qualified OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Trainer
  • willingness to achieve CHST designation within two years
  • trained as CPR instructor
  • completed required internal training
  • excellent communication skills
  • strong planning and problem solving
  • must be collaborative and positive
  • meticulous attention to detail
  • ability to make decisions promptly
  • highly organized and able to multi-task
  • capacity to coordinate efforts with field staff and external partners
  • alignment with Suffolk’s core values

Job Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of related work experience in construction health and safety
  • working knowledge of federal and state safety regulations and local building codes
  • bachelor's degree in construction or safety preferred
  • qualified OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Trainer
  • willingness to achieve CHST designation within two years
  • expertise with construction and safety technologies
  • ability to provide best in class customer service
  • trained as CPR instructor
  • completed required internal training
  • excellent oral and written communication skills
  • strong planning and problem-solving skills
  • collaborative and positive attitude
  • ability to coordinate with field staff and external partners
  • meticulous attention to detail
  • prompt and confident decision making
  • sound business judgment
  • highly organized and able to multi-task
  • ability to manage and embrace change
  • alignment with Suffolk’s core values

Job Duties

  • Conduct regular site inspections using Predictive Solutions software
  • perform administrative tasks for project safety documentation
  • coordinate subcontractor pre-construction safety planning meetings
  • act as a resource for federal and state safety regulations
  • review subcontractor site-specific safety programs and job hazard analysis
  • attend and monitor subcontractor toolbox talks for documentation and quality
  • perform accident investigations including documentation
  • coordinate with Regional Risk Managers on claims trends and risk management
  • review subcontractor employee training documentation
  • conduct OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other safety training

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