Safety Manager | Cambridge, MA
Description
Responsibilities
HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Manager to oversee safety for a laboratory and office renovation project in Cambridge, MA. This role will partner with the owner’s project team, construction management, site EHS, and Facilities to support safe project execution. Flexibility to support occasional second-shift work, weekends, and utility shutdowns is required.
Responsibilities
Serve as the owner’s safety representative, coordinating with project leadership, site EHS, Facilities, construction management, and subcontractors
Oversee implementation of project safety requirements, site procedures, and contractor safety plans
Verify proper use of the Permit to Work system and confirm required permits are in place before work begins
Review and approve Job Safety Analyses and Job Hazard Analyses, and partner with construction management on risk assessments for high-risk activities
Conduct daily site walkthroughs and periodic safety audits, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions
Support contractor selection by reviewing subcontractor safety programs and evaluating safety performance throughout the project
Participate in incident investigations and support incident reporting and corrective action processes
Participate in toolbox talks and contractor safety meetings, and audit orientation and training records
Communicate safety concerns, project risks, and improvement opportunities to workers and project leadership
Qualifications
- Strong construction safety experience, with the ability to independently oversee contractor activities and enforce project safety requirements
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction training required
- OSHA 510 highly preferred
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required
- Thorough understanding of construction safety regulations and their practical application in the field
- Experience reviewing JSA/JHAs, assessing high-risk work, and overseeing Permit to Work processes
- Ability to coordinate safety efforts across multiple contractors while partnering with project management, site EHS, and Facilities teams
- Strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to address safety concerns and influence decisions at all levels
- Experience conducting safety audits, developing procedures, and preparing clear reports
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-based documentation systems
- Laboratory or pharmaceutical construction experience and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) preferred
- Benefits Offered for Full Time Employees
- 401(k): Company match
- Life & AD&D
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- PTO
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Bereavement
- EAP & Health Advocacy
- Professional Development & Education Assistance
Overview
HazTek Safety Management is a full-service, objective safety partner, founded in 1997. The health, safety and well-being of employees and companies is our highest priority. We offer full-time employment, stability, competitive benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support and the added benefit of working with a network of over 375 full-time HazTek safety professionals.
At HazTek, We Stand Together for Safety
We are committed to building an environment of inclusion and acceptance which values diversity across all areas of the organization; an environment in which all employees can contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.