Senior Level Project Safety Manager Jobs
Senior level project safety manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of safety program strategy, regulatory compliance leadership, and the site teams that execute safety protocols across complex projects. Openings are concentrated in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Automotive, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles, and employers like Turner Construction Company, Michael Baker International, and DKS Associates hiring at this level now.
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Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Industrial Health & Safety Project Manager to join its collaborative team. This role has the flexibility to sit out of a variety of Langan's offices including New Haven, CT; Boston, MA; Parsippany or Princeton, NJ; Philadelphia, Pittsburgh or Doylestown, PA. This individual will serve a key role in leading Langan's health and safety practice including technical aspects through all facets of project lifecycle, management and leadership of technical staff, client relationship management, and business development. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner with top industry leadership in fueling the growth of a multi-disciplinary practice.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation and implementation of health and safety compliance programs and management systems related to OSHA, NFPA, DHS, and other associated programs;
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative industrial hygiene risk assessments for various industrial operations;
- Help develop and implement health and safety and industrial hygiene programs and strategies;
- Support the development of IH sampling plans and conduct IH surveys;
- Perform risk assessments and audits to verify regulatory compliance and industry best management practices for external industrial and legal clients;
- Design and incorporate technical expertise in safety critical environments for projects involving behavioral safety, safety culture and leadership, serious injury and fatality risk reduction, incident learning, and machine safety;
- Support clients through incident investigations, litigation support, root cause analysis, development of correction action and then verification of the implemented controls or resolutions from incidents;
- Develop engaging health and safety trainings to be regulatory compliant and site specific;
- Review and interpret industrial hygiene results as compared to the OSHA, NIOSH, and/or ACGIH standards and provide recommendations to client regarding improvements to their air/noise exposures;
- Review and provide regulatory oversite of Department of Homeland Security chemical management requirements and overall management of highly hazardous chemicals;
- Conduct and facilitate various hazard analysis techniques such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), What-If Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and other relevant risk management techniques/tools;
- Provide direct oversight, training, and management of junior staff for specific project assignments;
- Lead and/or assist in the preparation of proposals including development of scope and costs;
- Manage project budgets and assist in invoicing as project manager;
- Interacts with and builds relationships with clients, contractors/subcontractors, and internal practice leaders;
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to customer service and responsiveness to client needs;
- Manage and deliver on multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines;
- Prepare technical documents including reports, plans/programs, permit applications, and other written deliverables; and,
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support projects located throughout the US.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field is required; Master's Degree preferred;
- 8+ years of experience developing, managing, and auditing safety programs and all aspects of project management in a consulting environment is required;
- Safety-related professional certification (CSP, ASP, CIH, CHST, etc.) preferred;
- OSHA 500 and 501 Authorized Outreach Trainer is a plus;
- Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 is a plus;
- Knowledge and experience in industrial hygiene is a plus;
- Knowledge and experience in DOT and PHMSA is a plus;
- Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects;
- Willingness and ability to identify new client opportunities is required;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and,
- Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.
Consistently ranked among the top ten "Best Firms to Work For" and Engineering News-Record's top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.
Job Summary
Langan is seeking an Industrial Health & Safety Project Manager to join its collaborative team. This role has the flexibility to sit out of a variety of Langan's offices including New Haven, CT; Boston, MA; Parsippany or Princeton, NJ; Philadelphia, Pittsburgh or Doylestown, PA. This individual will serve a key role in leading Langan's health and safety practice including technical aspects through all facets of project lifecycle, management and leadership of technical staff, client relationship management, and business development. In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner with top industry leadership in fueling the growth of a multi-disciplinary practice.
Job Responsibilities
- Oversee preparation and implementation of health and safety compliance programs and management systems related to OSHA, NFPA, DHS, and other associated programs;
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative industrial hygiene risk assessments for various industrial operations;
- Help develop and implement health and safety and industrial hygiene programs and strategies;
- Support the development of IH sampling plans and conduct IH surveys;
- Perform risk assessments and audits to verify regulatory compliance and industry best management practices for external industrial and legal clients;
- Design and incorporate technical expertise in safety critical environments for projects involving behavioral safety, safety culture and leadership, serious injury and fatality risk reduction, incident learning, and machine safety;
- Support clients through incident investigations, litigation support, root cause analysis, development of correction action and then verification of the implemented controls or resolutions from incidents;
- Develop engaging health and safety trainings to be regulatory compliant and site specific;
- Review and interpret industrial hygiene results as compared to the OSHA, NIOSH, and/or ACGIH standards and provide recommendations to client regarding improvements to their air/noise exposures;
- Review and provide regulatory oversite of Department of Homeland Security chemical management requirements and overall management of highly hazardous chemicals;
- Conduct and facilitate various hazard analysis techniques such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), What-If Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and other relevant risk management techniques/tools;
- Provide direct oversight, training, and management of junior staff for specific project assignments;
- Lead and/or assist in the preparation of proposals including development of scope and costs;
- Manage project budgets and assist in invoicing as project manager;
- Interacts with and builds relationships with clients, contractors/subcontractors, and internal practice leaders;
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to customer service and responsiveness to client needs;
- Manage and deliver on multiple projects and tasks within specific budgets, schedules, and deadlines;
- Prepare technical documents including reports, plans/programs, permit applications, and other written deliverables; and,
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support projects located throughout the US.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Health & Safety, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field is required; Master's Degree preferred;
- 8+ years of experience developing, managing, and auditing safety programs and all aspects of project management in a consulting environment is required;
- Safety-related professional certification (CSP, ASP, CIH, CHST, etc.) preferred;
- OSHA 500 and 501 Authorized Outreach Trainer is a plus;
- Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 is a plus;
- Knowledge and experience in industrial hygiene is a plus;
- Knowledge and experience in DOT and PHMSA is a plus;
- Ability to effectively manage multiple clients and projects;
- Willingness and ability to identify new client opportunities is required;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, multitasking, and judgment capabilities;
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment; and,
- Possess reliable transportation for client meetings and job site visits and a valid driver's license in good standing.
Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.
Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!
Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at Collection to understand how we collect, use, and retain your personal information: https://www.langan.com/langan-notice-at-collection
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Senior Level Project Safety Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project safety manager job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led safety programs independently, not just supported them. Demonstrating that you have owned regulatory compliance outcomes, managed incident investigations from start to finish, and mentored junior safety staff gives you a clear edge. Certifications like CSP or CHST strengthen your candidacy, but documented program leadership is what separates senior candidates from mid-level ones.
Which companies hire senior level project safety managers?
Companies hiring senior level project safety managers right now include Turner Construction Company, Michael Baker International, and DKS Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large general contractors, industrial operators, and engineering firms that run multi-site or high-hazard projects requiring dedicated senior safety leadership.
Are there remote senior level project safety manager jobs?
Yes, though remote availability at this level depends heavily on the industry and project type. About 82% of senior level project safety manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting roles in program management, compliance oversight, and corporate safety leadership that do not require daily on-site presence. Field-intensive construction and industrial roles remain predominantly on-site.
What makes a project safety manager role senior level?
Senior level project safety manager roles are defined by independent ownership of safety programs rather than execution under supervision. Responsibilities include setting safety strategy for entire projects or portfolios, making compliance decisions without escalation, leading post-incident investigations, and mentoring less experienced safety professionals. The scope is broader, the accountability is higher, and the expectation is that you drive outcomes rather than follow a process someone else designed.
Which industries hire the most senior level project safety managers?
Senior level project safety manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Automotive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they operate high-hazard environments, face rigorous federal and state regulatory requirements, and run large-scale projects where a single senior safety leader is accountable for workforce protection across multiple crews or sites.