Safety Manager
Gilbane
Albany, NY · Posted September 25, 2026
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Requisition Title
Safety Manager Requisition ID
2026-13481 Job Locations
US-NY-Albany Category
Safety Company : Name
Gilbane Building Company Location : Location
US-NY-Albany Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Gilbane Development Company Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
http://www.gilbaneco.com/ Location : Postal Code
12207 Location : Address
80 State Street Position Type (Portal Searching)
Full-Time
Supports all safety efforts on the project and promotes the Gilbane Cares safety culture
Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review, STAs, etc.
Ensures contractors meet Gilbane safety submittal requirements
Ensures contractor compliance with Gilbane safety plan & expectations
Maintains all safety related documentation
Makes recommendations concerning situations hazardous to employee safety or health
Utilizes SafetyNet to Audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan
Performs at least 15 SafetyNet inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection
Provides and analyzes SafetyNet trending reports with project team and develops action plans
Coaches project team in effective hazard identification and correction of issues using SafetyNet
Investigates all accidents/near misses and complete all paperwork required
Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources
Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers
Provides safety training to project teams on Gilbane, client, and OSHA requirements
Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks
Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Mechanical Engineering preferred
4-7 years of construction safety management experience is required
Life Sciences construction safety experience is preferred
BCSP credential
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification is required— Candidates must hold, or be able to obtain, the CHST credential within six months of their start date.
Certified and authorized instructor by GU and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety and health principles, techniques, methods, regulations, and interpretations
Capable of identifying current and future potential exposures and recommending corrective action
Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Developing management and leadership skills
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.For Upstate New York, this ranges from $100,000.00-$130,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.
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