Construction Safety Specialist

Responsibilities

As a Safety Manager in Niagara Falls NY, you’ll lead the charge in building a culture where safety is more than a priority — it’s a core value. You’ll work closely with project teams to ensure safe work practices, maintain compliance standards, and help drive solutions in a fast-paced industrial construction environment.

HazTek is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to support large-scale industrial installation and construction projects. This position will focus heavily on field presence, onboarding activities, contractor oversight, and partnering with operations teams to maintain a safe and productive jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of jobsite safety and OSHA compliance
• Conduct new hire orientations and daily safety interactions
• Perform daily site walks, audits, and inspections
• Support project teams with hazard recognition and problem solving
• Oversee subcontractors and trade contractors
• Assist with implementation of LOTO, Fall Protection, Confined Space, and MEWP safety programs
• Conduct incident investigations and complete required documentation
• Promote a collaborative, team-oriented safety culture across the project

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of construction or industrial safety experience required
• Strong working knowledge of LOTO, Fall Protection, Confined Space, and MEWP operations
• OSHA 500 preferred
• BCSP certification preferred
• Experience supporting large-scale industrial or distribution projects preferred
• Ability to work extended hours and Saturdays as needed
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills required
• Must be comfortable working in a highly active field environment

Project schedule is approximately Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM, with Saturday work hours

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 275 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.

Pay Range

$110,000-120,000 + overtime

Travel | Relocation

Travel Opportunity - Travel, lodging, and per diem paid by HazTek