Construction Safety Specialist/Officer
PM Group
Boston, Massachusetts
Summary
Client Location: Worcester, MA
The Construction Safety Specialist/Officer will support capital, facility, and equipment installation projects within an active pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role ensures that construction activities are executed safely, align with client EHS procedures, and meet all GMP, OSHA, and PM Group safety expectations. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in monitoring contractors, identifying hazards, and driving a strong safety culture on site.
PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 3,800+ people. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organizations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centred on our people, our clients and trade partners.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Safety Oversight
Provide daily safety oversight and field walks for all active construction, shutdown, and installation work.
Monitor contractor compliance with site safety requirements, JSAs, permits, LOTO, hot work, confined space, and GMP protocols.
Support pre-task safety planning (including toolbox meetings, risk assessments, and method statements).
Review and approve contractor EHS documentation (SOPs, Safe Work Plans, RAMS, etc.).
Ensure proper PPE standards are enforced and maintained.
Site Coordination
Interface with client site teams (Facilities, Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS) to align construction activities with plant operations.
Support shutdown, tie-in, and high-risk activity planning to ensure adequate risk mitigation strategies.
Coordinate with project managers and general contractors to track safety performance, corrective actions, and schedule impacts.
Assist in controlling access to construction zones and maintaining site safety signage and barricading.
Safety Compliance & Reporting
Conduct incident/near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up corrective actions.
Maintain daily logs, safety metrics, and weekly reporting for PM Group and the client.
Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with OSHA standards, client EHS policies, and PM Group Safety Code.
Support creation and maintenance of site-specific safety procedures, including emergency response protocols.
Training & Culture
Provide on-boarding safety orientation to contractors and new team members.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, interventions, and reinforcement of safe behavior.
Participate in client and PM Group safety meetings, workshops, and improvement programs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5+ years of experience in construction safety, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926, GMP, and pharmaceutical EHS standards.
Experience with LOTO, permit-to-work systems, hot work, confined space, and high-risk construction activities.
CSP, CHST, OSHA 30, or similar certifications preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence without authority.
Comfortable working in active construction and GMP environments.
All of your information is confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Why PM Group?
As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. Click here to read more in our 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance Report.
Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.
PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.
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:Construction Safety Oversight
Provide daily safety oversight and field walks for all active construction, shutdown, and installation work.
Monitor contractor compliance with site safety requirements, JSAs, permits, LOTO, hot work, confined space, and GMP protocols.
Support pre-task safety planning (including toolbox meetings, risk assessments, and method statements).
Review and approve contractor EHS documentation (SOPs, Safe Work Plans, RAMS, etc.).
Ensure proper PPE standards are enforced and maintained.
Site Coordination
Interface with client site teams (Facilities, Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS) to align construction activities with plant operations.
Support shutdown, tie-in, and high-risk activity planning to ensure adequate risk mitigation strategies.
Coordinate with project managers and general contractors to track safety performance, corrective actions, and schedule impacts.
Assist in controlling access to construction zones and maintaining site safety signage and barricading.
Safety Compliance & Reporting
Conduct incident/near-miss investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up corrective actions.
Maintain daily logs, safety metrics, and weekly reporting for PM Group and the client.
Participate in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with OSHA standards, client EHS policies, and PM Group Safety Code.
Support creation and maintenance of site-specific safety procedures, including emergency response protocols.
Training & Culture
Provide on-boarding safety orientation to contractors and new team members.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, interventions, and reinforcement of safe behavior.
Participate in client and PM Group safety meetings, workshops, and improvement programs.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
5+ years of experience in construction safety, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926, GMP, and pharmaceutical EHS standards.
Experience with LOTO, permit-to-work systems, hot work, confined space, and high-risk construction activities.
CSP, CHST, OSHA 30, or similar certifications preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to influence without authority.
Comfortable working in active construction and GMP environments.
All of your information is confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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