Job Description

The EHS Manager will be primarily responsible for managing the Company's safety initiatives and safety loss control programs. The successful candidate will also enforce the implementation of a safety and risk management culture dedicated to being "best in class".

Responsibilities

• The responsibilities and duties of this position described here are representative of those an employee must perform. This is not a comprehensive list, and other duties may be assigned.
• Communicates the company's safety vision, policies, and procedures to foster a strong safety culture.
• Implements safety policies and incident prevention strategies.
• Analyzes and improves safety solutions using logic and reasoning.
• Ensures compliance with internal and external safety training requirements.
• Manages the company's loss control program, including workers' compensation and liability claims.
• Liaises with insurance carriers and legal teams for claims management.
• Acts as the corporate contact for OSHA and other regulatory authorities.
• Leads the Safety Committee and develops annual safety plans and budgets.
• Oversees the employee recognition program for safety achievements.
• Prepares and presents monthly safety reports to management.
• Manages hazard assessments by conducting site inspections, ensuring subcontractor safety compliance, reviewing pre-qualifications, and enforcing regulatory requirements (OSHA, NYC DOB, FDNY, etc.).
• Oversees safety paperwork, monitors ODIN for worker onboarding, and leads incident reporting, investigations, and root cause analysis.

Educational and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health & Safety, Safety Management, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum 7+ years of experience managing & leading a structured safety program; self-performing general contractor or specialty contractor preferable.
• NYC Safety Training - Minimum OSHA 30 / DOB Training Connect SST
• Appropriate OSHA certifications (including 40-hour Hazwoper)
• In depth technical knowledge of construction related OSHA, federal, state, and local regulatory standards, and ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement effective corrective practices.
• Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities. Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast paced, changing work environment.
• Detail-oriented professional with strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills who exercises sound judgment in decision making and complex problem-solving.
• Commitment to excellence and passionate about EH&S, consistently set stretch goals and demonstrate persistence to achieve them.

Computer Systems

• Microsoft Office (Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), Procore Construction Management Software, ODIN Construction Risk Management Software.

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