HazTek is seeking a Construction Safety Professional in Upper Township, NJ to oversee daily site safety, support regulatory compliance, and promote a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have construction safety experience, strong knowledge of excavation and trenching operations, and the ability to work closely with project teams to maintain a safe work environment

Responsibilities

• Provide daily onsite safety oversight for construction activities and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and project safety requirements

• Conduct routine site inspections and audits to identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and follow through on resolution

• Monitor excavation, trenching, heavy equipment operations, and other high-risk activities to ensure appropriate safety measures are in place

• Implement and maintain site-specific safety plans, policies, and procedures

• Review job hazard analyses and assist project teams with planning work safely

• Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and employee training

• Investigate incidents and near misses, document findings, and support corrective actions to prevent recurrence

• Maintain accurate records of inspections, training, incidents, and other safety activities

• Partner with project leadership, contractors, and field personnel to address safety concerns and reinforce safe work practices

• Verify proper use of personal protective equipment and intervene when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed

• Previous experience overseeing safety on active construction sites

• Strong knowledge of excavation and trenching hazards, protective systems, and safe work practices

• OSHA 30 and current First Aid certification

• Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and applicable safety requirements

• Experience conducting inspections, leading safety meetings, and supporting incident investigations

• Ability to identify hazards, communicate corrective actions, and hold teams accountable for safe work practices

• Strong communication, leadership, documentation, and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently while building effective relationships with project teams

• Heavy civil, highway, or bridge construction experience 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

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.