Site Safety Superintendent

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Title: Site Safety Superintendent

Position Type: Contract

Location: New Orleans, LA

Reports to: Commissioning Manager

Status: Non-Exempt

Key Project Requirements:

• Experience supporting safety on turbine and heavy electrical commissioning projects.
• Ability to operate effectively under high pressure on a publicly visible, fast-paced utility project.
• Confidence and professionalism to enforce safety expectations when engaging with EPC partners, client executives, and public officials.

Job Summary:

NAES is seeking a Site Safety Superintendent for a high-profile infrastructure project in New Orleans. This role will support the installation and commissioning of a new SOLAR turbine and associated electrical systems for a critical infrastructure project. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, the Site Safety Superintendent will oversee contractor safety compliance, promote a culture of safety on site, and ensure all work is conducted in accordance with OSHA regulations, owner policies, and project requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as the on-site safety representative overseeing daily safety operations and compliance.
• Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and job hazard analyses (JHAs) for all site activities.
• Enforce safe work practices and immediately address any unsafe conditions or behaviors.
• Maintain and track required safety documentation, including permits, inspections, and training records.
• Coordinate with EPC safety representatives and ensure contractor alignment with site-specific safety protocols.
• Support and lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of PPE and verify equipment safety compliance.
• Act as liaison between the owner, contractors, and local authorities to uphold project safety standards.

Job Requirements:

• Strong background in turbine and electrical commissioning project safety.
• Experience managing safety in active construction and commissioning environments.
• Familiarity with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and utility-grade electrical system safety protocols.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills, particularly in high-visibility or public-facing projects
• Proficiency in documenting and reporting safety incidents and trends.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, climb ladders, bend, kneel, lift (up to 50 lbs), and work in varying weather and noise conditions typical of a construction and commissioning site.

Education / Experience:

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, or construction management preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of construction safety experience, including turbine or electrical commissioning projects.
• OSHA 30 required; OSHA 510 or CHST preferred.