Safety Manager

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Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth? Gilbane, a Top‑10 ENR Contractor, is seeking a Safety Manager to supervise all safety efforts on a single large project with direct reports.

As a family‑owned business with 45 offices, Gilbane has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, we are committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel. You determine priorities, delegate work, and communicate progress. You build high‑performing teams and use business insights to make critical decisions.

• 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, STAs, 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 Safety Net to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan
• Performs at least 15 Safety Net inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection
• Provides and analyzes Safety Net trending reports with project team and develops action plans
• Coaches project team in effective hazard identification and correction of issues using Safety Net
• Investigates all accidents/near misses and completes all required paperwork
• 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 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering (preferred)
• 4‑5 years of construction safety management experience
• BCSP credential
• Certified and authorized instructor by GU and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety and health principles, techniques, methods, regulations, and interpretations
• Capable of identifying current and future potential exposures and recommending corrective action
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Developing management and leadership skills

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity. For New York, this ranges from $94,900–$144,300 plus benefits and a generous retirement program. Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package including competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan.

Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.