Safety Engineer

Overview

Oversee and enforce safety programs on heavy civil construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• safety compliance
• toolbox talks
• safety reporting
• hazard mitigation
• site inspections
• hse program

Tasks

-Ensure compliance with OSHA, NYC DOB, and other applicable safety standards. -Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training sessions for field personnel. -Collaborate with the Corporate Safety Manager on safety planning, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. -Identify and mitigate potential hazards to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment. -Conduct site safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations; prepare and maintain related documentation. -Implement and monitor the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) program on assigned projects. -Support field supervision and project management teams in maintaining a proactive safety culture.

Requirements

• osha
• microsoft office
• safety software
• chst
• 5+ years
• leadership

What You Bring

Perfetto Contracting Inc. is seeking an experienced Safety Engineer to join our team. The Safety Engineer will support the company’s safety program by overseeing and coordinating safety efforts on a large construction project or across multiple smaller projects. This position reports directly to the Corporate Safety Manager and plays a key role in ensuring compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements. -Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety regulations. -Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with safety management software a plus. -Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. -Minimum 5 years of experience in safety management within heavy civil construction (utility, infrastructure, or roadway projects preferred). -CHST certification required (ASP and/or CSP strongly preferred).

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Benefits

-401(k) retirement plan with company match. -Competitive salary ($90K–$110K) based on experience and qualifications. -Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. -Opportunities for professional development and advancement. -Paid time off and holidays.

About Perfetto Contracting Co. Inc.

-Over 30 years, it has tackled complex sewer, water main, and drainage projects for NYC public agencies and private developers. -Typical work includes excavation, site clearing, dewatering, paving, milling, foundations, curbs, and sidewalks. -It has repeatedly won competitive bids on major civic projects like flood-resilient parks and pedestrian bridge replacements. -Pioneered onsite recycling by repurposing soil and concrete into reusable material to accelerate project delivery. -Known for navigating dense urban challenges—traffic, underground utilities, tight spaces—with reliability and precision. -Second-generation leadership reinforces its local roots while modernizing operations with GPS, cameras, and data tools.

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