Construction Safety Specialist | Upper Township, NJ

About the role

HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Professional in Upper Township, NJ to oversee daily site safety, support regulatory compliance, and promote a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have construction safety experience, strong knowledge of excavation and trenching operations, and the ability to work closely with project teams to maintain a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily onsite safety oversight for construction activities and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and project safety requirements
• Conduct routine site inspections and audits to identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and follow through on resolution
• Monitor excavation, trenching, heavy equipment operations, and other high-risk activities to ensure appropriate safety measures are in place
• Implement and maintain site-specific safety plans, policies, and procedures
• Review job hazard analyses and assist project teams with planning work safely
• Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and employee training
• Investigate incidents and near misses, document findings, and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, training, incidents, and other safety activities
• Partner with project leadership, contractors, and field personnel to address safety concerns and reinforce safe work practices
• Verify proper use of personal protective equipment and intervene when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed

Qualifications

• Previous experience overseeing safety on active construction sites
• Strong knowledge of excavation and trenching hazards, protective systems, and safe work practices
• OSHA 30 and current First Aid certification
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and applicable safety requirements
• Experience conducting inspections, leading safety meetings, and supporting incident investigations
• Ability to identify hazards, communicate corrective actions, and hold teams accountable for safe work practices
• Strong communication, leadership, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while building effective relationships with project teams
• Heavy civil, highway, or bridge construction experience preferred

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Bereavement leave
• Employee Assistance Program & Health Advocacy
• Professional Development & Education Assistance

Pay

$100,000–$115,000 per year

Schedule

Local only — no travel, per diem, or relocation offered.