Site Safety Officer

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily field activities to ensure compliance with NYS DOSH, OSHA, NYC DEP, and NYC DOT rules, including permit conditions, HASP requirements, and Maintenance & Protection of Traffic (MPT) plans.
• Conduct and document routine site inspections; identify hazards; verify corrective actions; maintain digital inspection logs.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926, NYS Industrial Code Rule 23, DEP site protocols, DOT traffic control standards, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Implement controls to protect pedestrians, motorists, and the surrounding community; verify barricades, signage, and traffic devices meet DOT specifications.
• Lead initial incident investigations, secure the scene, collect statements, prepare preliminary reports, and communicate findings within required timeframes.
• Reinforce safe work practices, conduct toolbox talks, and support onboarding of new personnel.
• Maintain accurate records including JHAs, permits, inspection forms, corrective action logs, and regulatory notifications.
• Coverage with agencies such as NYC DEP, DOT inspectors, and other authorities during audits, walkthroughs, and compliance checks.
• Verify subcontractor compliance with HASP, PPE requirements, and project safety standards.
• Support emergency planning, drills, and response readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–5 years of experience in construction, environmental, or utility-related safety.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, NYS DOSH, NYC DEP safety protocols, and NYC DOT traffic control/MPT requirements.
• Ability to interpret and enforce HASP, MPT, permit conditions, and site-specific safety plans.
• Proficiency in digital inspection platforms and safety reporting tools.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and field-coordination skills.
• Ability to work across multiple active sites and respond rapidly to incidents or regulatory inquiries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with nationally recognized safety credentials will be given priority consideration: ASP – Associate Safety Professional, CSP – Certified Safety Professional, GSP – Graduate Safety Practitioner, CHST – Construction Health & Safety Technician, OHST – Occupational Hygiene & Safety Technician, NYC DOB SST Supervisor Card.
• Experience supporting DEP, DOT, or heavy civil/utility projects.

Core Competencies

• Risk Assessment and hazard recognition.
• Regulatory interpretation and enforcement.
• Field leadership and conflict resolution.
• Incident investigation and root-cause analysis.
• Public safety protection in urban environments.
• Technical writing for reports and documentation.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to safely navigate active construction sites, including walking, standing, and climbing for extended periods as needed.
• Work performed outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Travel between multiple borough-based sites as required.

Benefits

• To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc.
• Salary will depend on experience and credentials.

Pay

Salary will depend on experience and credentials.

Schedule

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