Assistant Safety Director
Job Description
Arcadis seeks an Assistant Safety Director to support our team in New York.
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis seeks an Assistant Safety Director to join the team in New York to assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the construction project. This role involves collaborating with project management, field personnel, and subcontractors to promote a strong safety culture, identify potential hazards, and implement corrective actions to prevent accidents and injuries.
Responsibilities
Role accountabilities:
- Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive safety program specific to the heavy civil tunnel project.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations and standards.
- Conduct regular safety audits and inspections to identify and address potential hazards.
- Collaborate with the Safety Director to develop and deliver safety training programs for all project personnel.
- Ensure that all workers are adequately trained on safety procedures, equipment usage, and emergency response protocols.
- Conduct toolbox talks, safety meetings, and workshops to reinforce safety awareness.
- Assist in the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and develop corrective action plans.
- Maintain accurate records of all safety incidents, ensuring timely reporting and analysis.
- Monitor and enforce adherence to safety policies and regulations by all project personnel.
- Work closely with subcontractors to ensure their safety programs align with project requirements.
- Collaborate with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
- Develop and implement emergency response plans for various potential scenarios.
- Conduct regular drills and exercises to ensure effective responses to emergencies.
- Communicate safety expectations, updates, and best practices to all project team members.
- Foster open communication channels for reporting safety concerns and suggestions.
- Ensure the availability and proper use of safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Conduct regular inspections of safety equipment to verify functionality and compliance.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety processes and procedures.
- Implement initiatives to enhance the overall safety performance of the project.
Job Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- 10+ Years qualify oversight on heavy civil construction projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
Key Skills and Abilities:
- Relevant safety certifications (e.g., CSP, CHST) are a plus.
- Previous experience in heavy civil construction, tunneling, or similar projects.
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and other relevant safety standards.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- This job description serves as a general guideline for the Assistant Safety Director position on a heavy civil tunnel project. Specific responsibilities may vary depending on the project's unique requirements and organizational structure.
