Safety Director, New York City

Job Description

Job Description

About E-J
The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting, bringing experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that range in size up to more than $300 million. With over 4,000 employees across 31 offices, E-J delivers full-service electrical solutions for rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power, renewable energy, clean energy, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty work, airports, industrial facilities, data centers, chip plants, universities, sports stadiums, extra high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure. At E-J, three generations of family expertise have built an organization that combines practical knowledge with modern technological innovation, providing rapid and efficient solutions for today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for integrity, quality, and exceptional service in the electrical field. To learn more, visit

Title/Role:  Safety Director, NYC
Division: Safety
Location: New York City, NY
Reporting to: VP, Risk Management & Compliance

Position Summary:
The New York City Safety Director will be responsible for promoting a proactive safety culture across all divisions. This includes the strategic oversight, development, and implementation of company-wide safety policies, procedures, and programs. This individual will lead the safety team to ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations. The person taking on this role must have a strong background in overall safety, including safety planning, documentation, and handling accident investigations, with the ability to set organizational safety strategies and mentor safety professionals.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Direct and oversee the continuous development and implementation of safety policies, procedures, and training programs
• Provide leadership and guidance to safety managers and field staff to ensure consistent application of safety standards
• Conduct and oversee thorough accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, ensuring detailed documentation and corrective action plans
• Develop and review Safety Work Plans (SWPs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) across all projects
• Collaborate with project management, field supervision, and clients to address safety concerns and implement corrective measures as needed
• Perform audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across all project sites, ensuring alignment with OSHA, DOT, DOB, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable regulations
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, clients, and external safety representatives
• Track, analyze, and report companywide safety metrics to executive leadership
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety culture and reduce incidents
• Develop companywide training standards; serve as a certified OSHA trainer to deliver required courses
• Maintain documentation of safety certifications, training records, and compliance reporting

Qualifications:
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations (Required/Preferred):

• C-3 Competent Person – Lead Certification, preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), required
• OSHA 500 Trainer Certification, required
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), preferred
• NYC DOB Licensed Safety Manager (LSM), preferred
• NFPA 70e Supervisor Training
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Extensive MTA NYCT and Port Authority experience, required
• MTA NYC Transit Track Safety Certification (Preferred)
• HAZWOPER Training

Education & Experience:

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive safety management experience in construction, with at least 5 years in a senior or corporate leadership role
• Experience leading investigations, writing detailed reports, and developing corrective action plans
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing company-wide safety programs
• Experience as the head of safety on large-scale infrastructure projects (transit, rail, power, or design-build)
• Experience with MTA NYCT, and Port Authority is required

Advantages of Working at E-J:

• Leading Electrical Contracting Organization in New York City
• Oldest family-owned and operated electrical contractor since 1899
• 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

Salary Range: $190k-$225k/year

The E-J Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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