Project Safety Consultant

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Position: Site Safety Manager / Construction

Employment Type: Hourly | Project Assignment - October 30, 2026 through June 2027

- Newark, Delaware area - $50-$55 per hr. - 40 hrs a week. - Local candidate preferred

Project Summary:

Seeking one experienced Site Safety Manager to support an expansion project in Newark, Delaware. A major manufacturer of advanced materials used in semiconductor production. The company recently opened a 385,000-square-foot advanced manufacturing facility in Newark as part of a multiyear investment to expand its domestic manufacturing capabilities.

The Safety Manager will provide on-site safety oversight for construction and expansion activities, working closely with IMC's project management team and subcontractors. Responsibilities will include daily field inspections, hazard identification, contractor safety compliance, pre-task planning, safety meetings, and incident prevention.

Preferred Experience: Strong construction safety management background, ideally with experience in industrial manufacturing facilities, process equipment installation, mechanical/electrical work, and active operating facilities.

Company Expectations: The Project Health & Safety Field Position provides on-site health and safety support for construction and industrial projects. This is a field role, responsible for assisting in the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of project-specific health and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, company standards, and client requirements. Works closely with project management, operating units, and client to promote a strong safety culture and prevent incidents.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Support & Administration

- Provide clerical and administrative support to project safety operations, including documentation control, recordkeeping, and reporting. - Assist in planning, implementing, and maintaining project health and safety programs, procedures, and protocols. - Prepare, compile, and present safety-related reports, metrics, and documentation to project leadership and management.

Regulatory Compliance & Inspections

- Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and client health and safety regulations. - Conduct routine inspections of work areas, job sites, equipment, and common areas to ensure compliance with safety standards. - Regularly assess tools, equipment, and machinery to verify they are in safe operating condition.

Field Safety Oversight

- Perform job site safety observations of field and craft personnel, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions. - Support the management and oversight of Safe Work Permit Programs, including but not limited to:

- Hot Work - Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) - Confined Space Entry - Other permit-required activities - Conduct risk assessments and job hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues and recommend controls.

Incident Management

- Participate in and support incident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes. - Collaborate with operating units and adjacent contractors to implement corrective and preventive actions. - Track and trend incident data to identify recurring risks and improvement opportunities.

Training & Communication

- Conduct and facilitate safety training sessions, orientations, and toolbox talks (e.g., TBSM, site safety orientations). - Educate supervisors, managers, and project leaders on health and safety requirements and best practices. - Promote a proactive safety culture through effective communication and engagement at all levels of the workforce.

Continuous Improvement

- Analyze health and safety data, trends, and observations to evaluate program effectiveness. - Review existing work practices and recommend improvements to reduce risk and enhance safety performance. - Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with company and client safety objectives.

Qualifications & Requirements

Certifications

- Required - OSHA 30 - Preferred - BCSP credentials such as CSP, CHST, or OHST, OSHA 500, 511, 510

Education

- Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field

Experience

- Minimum of 3-5 years of construction safety field experience - Demonstrated experience supporting active construction or industrial projects.

Availability

- Local candidates required - Willingness to travel for onsite project work as required. - Ability to work scheduled and extended hours for special projects, including weekends when necessary.

Skills & Attributes

- Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Strong ability to collaborate effectively as part of a project team. - Excellent problem evaluation and problem-solving skills. - Professional and effective interaction with employees, supervisors, subcontractors, and clients. - Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. - Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). - Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this role:

- Frequent walking on active construction sites, including uneven surfaces. - Occasional climbing of stairs and ladders. - Ability to work in varying environmental conditions typical of construction and industrial job sites.

Compensation & Travel

- Hourly Rate: $50-$55 per hour, commensurate with experience - Local candidates preferred - Per diem negotiable for non local candidates