Safety Director

Safety Director Infrastructure Project (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: New York City, NY

Pay Rate: $55$60/hour

Placement Type: Contract to Hire (6 months)

Position Overview

We are actively seeking a highly experienced Safety Director to lead safety operations for a major infrastructure project in New York City. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in MEP systems and public transportation environments, who thrives in high-impact, fast-paced settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce site-specific safety programs in compliance with OSHA and local regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Provide safety training and guidance to field teams and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with project leadership to ensure safety is prioritized across all phases.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of safety leadership experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) environments.
• Prior experience in rail, train station, or airport operations.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, NYC DOB, and other regulatory standards.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Safety certifications such as CHST, CSP, or OSHA 30/500.
• Experience working with union labor and public sector projects.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Be part of a high-profile infrastructure initiative that impacts millions of daily commuters.
• Competitive hourly rate with potential for long-term hire.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a strong safety culture.

Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Transportation Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Start Date: October 27, 2025

Interviews are underway Apply now to secure your spot!

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Parsippany, NJ.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.