Divisional Safety Manager - Roadway, New York City

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary safety leader for all Roadway & Outdoor Specialty division projects, including street lighting, ITS, traffic signal, bridge, tunnel, airport roadway, and LED conversion work across NYC
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve division-specific safety policies, procedures, and training programs aligned with MUTCD, OSHA, NYC DOT, Port Authority, and MTA requirements
• Review, approve, and oversee Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) plans, work zone layouts, and lane closure permits to ensure the protection of workers and the traveling public
• Conduct and oversee pre-task planning, toolbox talks, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Safety Work Plans (SWPs) for all active roadway and outdoor construction sites
• Perform regular field audits, site inspections, and compliance walkthroughs across all division project sites, identifying hazards and ensuring immediate corrective action
• Lead thorough accident, incident, and near-miss investigations; produce detailed written reports and implement corrective action plans to prevent recurrence
• Collaborate daily with project managers, superintendents, and field crews to integrate safety requirements into project planning, scheduling, and execution
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies including NYC DOT, NYSDOT, MTA NYCT, Port Authority, OSHA, and client safety representatives
• Deliver and coordinate OSHA-required training and division-specific safety certifications; maintain up-to-date training records for all field personnel
• Track, analyze, and report division safety metrics and incident data to senior leadership; identify trends and lead initiatives to reduce incidents and improve safety performance
• Ensure compliance with all flagging, traffic control, and high-visibility personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements on active roadway work sites
• Support emergency response planning for roadway operations, including after-hours and storm recovery work in high-risk, active-traffic environments

Requirements

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction (required)
• NYC DOT Flagging Supervisor Certification or NYC DOT Work Zone Safety Training (required)
• MUTCD Work Zone Traffic Control Certification (required)
• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training
• HAZWOPER Training (40-hour or 8-hour refresher)
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• NYC DOT Permit Holder or Traffic Control Plan (TCP) experience (preferred)

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of construction safety management experience, with at least 3–5 years focused on roadway, highway, or outdoor electrical construction in an active-traffic environment
• Demonstrated expertise with MUTCD standards, Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) plan development, and work zone safety regulations
• Experience on NYC DOT, NYSDOT, Port Authority, MTA, or similar public agency roadway and infrastructure projects, required
• Proven ability to manage safety on projects involving street lighting, traffic signals, ITS systems, fiber optics, VMS signage, bridges, or tunnels
• Experience conducting and documenting thorough accident/incident investigations and developing corrective action plans
• Familiarity with NYC-specific permitting, flagging requirements, and active traffic management protocols
• Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver safety training programs and toolbox talks tailored to roadway field crews
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with regulatory agencies, clients, and field personnel

Skills

• Construction Safety Management
• MUTCD Standards
• Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Plan Development
• Work Zone Safety Regulations
• OSHA Compliance
• NYC DOT Permits
• Emergency Response Planning

Benefits

• JIB IBEW Local 3 benefits
• Job training and mentorship
• Rewarding project experience
• Medical, dental, vision, and a 401K plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Team-oriented company culture
• History of employment longevity
• Convenient and central office locations near public transit

Pay

(Details TBD)

Schedule

(Details TBD)