Project Safety Consultant

Job Description

Job Description

• Position: Site Safety Manager / Construction

  Employment Type: Hourly | Project Assignment - October 30, 2026 through June 2027 

  • Newark, Delaware area
  • $50-$55 per hr.
  • 40 hrs a week.
  • Local candidate preferred 

  Project Summary:

  Seeking one experienced Site Safety Manager to support an expansion project in Newark, Delaware. A major manufacturer of advanced materials used in semiconductor production. The company recently opened a 385,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility in Newark as part of a multiyear investment to expand its domestic manufacturing capabilities.

  The Safety Manager will provide on-site safety oversight for construction and expansion activities, working closely with IMC's project management team and subcontractors. Responsibilities will include daily field inspections, hazard identification, contractor safety compliance, pre-task planning, safety meetings, and incident prevention.

  Preferred Experience: Strong construction safety management background, ideally with experience in industrial manufacturing facilities, process equipment installation, mechanical/electrical work, and active operating facilities.

  Company Expectations:  The Project Health & Safety Field Position provides on-site health and safety support for construction and industrial projects. This is a field role, responsible for assisting in the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of project-specific health and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, company standards, and client requirements. Works closely with project management, operating units, and client to promote a strong safety culture and prevent incidents.

  Key Responsibilities

  Safety Program Support & Administration

  • Provide clerical and administrative support to project safety operations, including documentation control, recordkeeping, and reporting.
  • Assist in planning, implementing, and maintaining project health and safety programs, procedures, and protocols.
  • Prepare, compile, and present safety-related reports, metrics, and documentation to project leadership and management.

  Regulatory Compliance & Inspections

  • Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and client health and safety regulations.
  • Conduct routine inspections of work areas, job sites, equipment, and common areas to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Regularly assess tools, equipment, and machinery to verify they are in safe operating condition.

  Field Safety Oversight

  • Perform job site safety observations of field and craft personnel, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions.
  • Support the management and oversight of Safe Work Permit Programs, including but not limited to:
    • Hot Work
    • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
    • Confined Space Entry
    • Other permit-required activities
  • Conduct risk assessments and job hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues and recommend controls.

  Incident Management

  • Participate in and support incident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes.
  • Collaborate with operating units and adjacent contractors to implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Track and trend incident data to identify recurring risks and improvement opportunities.

  Training & Communication

  • Conduct and facilitate safety training sessions, orientations, and toolbox talks (e.g., TBSM, site safety orientations).
  • Educate supervisors, managers, and project leaders on health and safety requirements and best practices.
  • Promote a proactive safety culture through effective communication and engagement at all levels of the workforce.

  Continuous Improvement

  • Analyze health and safety data, trends, and observations to evaluate program effectiveness.
  • Review existing work practices and recommend improvements to reduce risk and enhance safety performance.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with company and client safety objectives.

  Qualifications & Requirements

  Certifications

  • Required - OSHA 30 
  • Preferred - BCSP credentials such as CSP, CHST, or OHST, OSHA 500, 511, 510 

  Education

  • Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field 

  Experience

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of construction safety field experience 
  • Demonstrated experience supporting active construction or industrial projects.

  Availability

  • Local candidates required
  • Willingness to travel for onsite project work as required.
  • Ability to work scheduled and extended hours for special projects, including weekends when necessary.

  Skills & Attributes

  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong ability to collaborate effectively as part of a project team.
  • Excellent problem evaluation and problem-solving skills.
  • Professional and effective interaction with employees, supervisors, subcontractors, and clients.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  Physical Demands

  The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role:

  • Frequent walking on active construction sites, including uneven surfaces.
  • Occasional climbing of stairs and ladders.
  • Ability to work in varying environmental conditions typical of construction and industrial job sites.

  Compensation & Travel

  • Hourly Rate: $50-$55 per hour, commensurate with experience
  • Local candidates preferred 
  • Per diem negotiable for non local candidates