Construction Safety Specialist | Rahway, NJ

Haz Tek is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Specialist to support a large-scale pharmaceutical construction project in Rahway, NJ. This is a hands‑on field role focused on ensuring safe work practices across active construction operations within an occupied industrial environment.

The Construction Safety Specialist will spend the majority of their time in the field, conducting site observations, engaging with craft workers and subcontractors, identifying hazards, and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the project.

• Conduct daily site inspections and safety observations
• Monitor contractor compliance with site safety requirements
• Support incident prevention through proactive hazard identification and mitigation
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and project planning activities
• Review high‑risk work activities including fall protection, hot work, and electrical work
• Document observations, corrective actions, and safety performance metrics
• Partner with project management and trade partners to ensure a safe work environment

• 5+ years of construction safety experience
• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing construction projects preferred
• Strong knowledge of fall protection, hot work, electrical safety, and general construction safety practices
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• OSHA 30 required; additional safety certifications preferred
• Strong knowledge of construction safety standards
• Must have experience in Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Steel Erection, and Excavation
• Embody Haz Tek’s Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, Accountability

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

$95,

Local Only – No travel, per diem or relocation is offered for this opportunity