Construction Safety Site Supervisor (Field Based)

ERM is hiring a Construction Safety Site Supervisor in Rome, NY to provide on-site support for our key manufacturing client. In this critical role, you will be responsible for leading a safety team for construction activities, engaging with project and construction leaders, and ensuring health and safety compliance with applicable regulations and existing company standards. You will be present during all site activities and responsible for all health and safety activities, and the delegation of duties to other project team members. This is full-time (40 hours per week), limited-term role with a duration of 1 year, extendable. Responsibilities: The Construction Safety Site Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing all safety aspects of the construction site during the installation of heavy equipment and machinery. Core Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and Enforce Safety Plans: Create, implement, and enforce site-specific safety plans, programs, and procedures. Conduct Inspections and Risk Assessments: Perform regular, documented site inspections and ongoing risk assessments to identify potential hazards associated with heavy machinery operation, lifting/rigging, and general construction activities. Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Monitor the site to ensure full compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations and standards (e.g., OSHA), maintaining all required records and documentation. Provide Training and Orientation: Conduct safety orientations for new workers and subcontractors, lead daily safety briefings/toolbox talks, and provide specific training on safety procedures such as lockout/tag-out (LOTO), confined space entry, and fall protection. Manage Equipment Safety: Ensure all heavy equipment and machinery undergo regular inspections by qualified personnel or engineers, are properly maintained, and are operated only by trained and authorized workers. Oversee Personnel Safety: Verify that all personnel are using and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and following established safe work practices for their tasks. Incident Management: Document, investigate, and report all workplace incidents, near-misses, and injuries to determine root causes and implement effective corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Coordinate with Stakeholders: Serve as the primary point of contact for safety-related inquiries, collaborating with project managers, subcontractors, and safety inspectors to address concerns and promote a strong safety culture. Manage Emergency Preparedness: Identify foreseeable emergency scenarios (e.g., fires, spills, machinery accidents) and develop, communicate, and drill emergency response plans. Requirements: A minimum of 7 years of experience in construction, with a focus on sites involving heavy equipment and machinery, including prior supervisory or leadership experience. Bachelors Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related degree preferred. Relevant industry certifications are essential. Common examples in the U.S. include those from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) (e.g., CSP or CHST) or OSHA Safety Certificate/Degree Programs (e.g., OSHA 30-hour Construction). Thorough knowledge of Federal and State OSHA regulations (specifically 29 CFR 1926 for construction) and industry best practices for heavy equipment, rigging, and electrical safety. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; the ability to read blueprints and technical documents; and strong leadership abilities to manage and motivate diverse teams. Pay Transparency: For the Construction Safety Site Supervisor (Field Based) position, we anticipate the yearly salary of $134,370- $159,499 (hourly $64.60 $76.68), limited-term, non-exempt. An employees pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employees fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible). We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance to benefits eligible* employees. *Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Companys sole discretion, consistent with the law. Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the worlds leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our boots to boardroom approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-JN1 #LI-Onsite At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the worlds largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the worlds leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERMs purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a boots to boardroom leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage Explore All Open Roles Explore Early Careers Roles Explore Experienced Professional Roles Explore Partnership Roles