Construction Safety Specialists

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Construction Safety Specialist

Location Various Facilities throughout New York & New Jersey

Workplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Project Duration: Three (3) Year Term

Anticipated Start Date: August 2026

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Construction Safety Specialists to support major capital construction projects across various facilities throughout New York and New Jersey. This is a full-time, onsite position supporting a long-term three-year program beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction safety oversight, incident investigations, regulatory compliance, and contractor safety management within large-scale infrastructure or heavy civil construction environments.

The Construction Safety Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring contractor compliance with OSHA standards, NYC Department of Buildings regulations, FDNY requirements, local laws, and all applicable safety programs. This role requires strong field presence and the ability to conduct detailed site audits, investigations, hazard assessments, and daily safety monitoring activities across active construction sites.

Candidates must possess strong communication, organizational, and technical safety knowledge, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with Port Authority personnel, contractors, engineers, inspectors, and multiple stakeholders. The position requires flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and extended hours when necessary.

This opportunity is ideal for safety professionals seeking long-term infrastructure project experience within highly regulated construction environments including transportation, airport, heavy civil, and public infrastructure projects.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking highly qualified Construction Safety Specialists to support large-scale capital construction projects across multiple facilities in New York and New Jersey. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all construction safety regulations, contractor safety programs, fire safety standards, and agency-specific procedures on active infrastructure and heavy civil construction projects.

The Construction Safety Specialist will oversee contractor safety compliance, conduct site audits and inspections, investigate incidents and near misses, provide detailed reporting, and work closely with project teams, Port Authority representatives, contractors, and regulatory agencies to maintain safe construction operations.

This is a field-intensive role requiring extensive walking, site navigation, climbing, and exposure to varying outdoor conditions across active construction environments.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Oversight & Compliance

• Review construction contracts, drawings, specifications, and project documentation to ensure safety compliance.

• Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA regulations, FDNY requirements, NYC DOB regulations, local laws, and all applicable safety standards.

• Review contractor Health & Safety Plans and ensure adherence to approved safety procedures.

• Conduct field audits, inspections, and evaluations of construction operations, equipment, work practices, and site conditions.

• Ensure compliance with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), approved work plans, and accepted safety programs.

• Evaluate effectiveness of contractor safety programs and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Conduct accident, incident, and near-miss investigations.

• Perform root cause analysis and recommend preventive and corrective measures.

• Prepare Preliminary Information Reports and detailed investigation findings.

• Maintain detailed daily safety reports including photographs, observations, deficiencies, and corrective actions.

Collaboration & Communication

• Coordinate with Port Authority Resident Engineers, Agency Safety Representatives, Integrity Monitors, contractors, stakeholders, and insurance representatives.

• Communicate professionally with OSHA inspectors, FDNY representatives, contractors, project management teams, and field personnel.

• Participate in safety meetings and provide technical safety recommendations.

Field Safety Monitoring

• Perform comprehensive site audits across multiple active construction sites.

• Monitor heavy civil infrastructure and capital construction activities for compliance with safety regulations.

• Assess hazards associated with construction equipment, work processes, fire safety, and environmental conditions.

• Ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly and effectively.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience within construction or infrastructure environments.

• Experience conducting accident investigations, hazard assessments, and accident prevention programs.

• Valid NYC DOB Site Safety Supervisor (SST) Card required.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification required.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926 Standards, NYC DOB Codes, FDNY regulations, and local construction safety laws.

• Familiarity with DOT, DEP, NFPA standards, NYC and NJ Fire Codes, and Rules of the City of New York.

• Experience evaluating contractor safety and fire safety programs.

• Strong understanding of:

  • Hazard recognition and risk assessment

  • Incident and accident investigations

  • Root cause analysis

  • Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)

  • Construction safety auditing

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and construction safety management software.

• Experience working on major capital construction or heavy civil infrastructure projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• CHST certification or equivalent safety credential preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or related safety field preferred.

• Experience with OCIP and CCIP projects.

• Previous experience supporting Port Authority projects strongly preferred.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Ability to walk and navigate large active construction sites for extended periods.

• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.

• Ability to bend, lift, move objects, and access challenging construction areas.

• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, overtime, and extended hours as needed.

Security Clearance Requirement

Candidates must successfully complete:

• Comprehensive background investigation

• Fingerprint-based criminal history records check

• Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) credential process

Candidates must maintain active SIDA credentials throughout employment.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to some of the region's most significant infrastructure and capital improvement projects while working alongside leading construction, engineering, and safety professionals in a dynamic and highly visible environment.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.