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# Safety Engineer at Schimenti Construction Company

- **Company:** Schimenti Construction Company
- **Location:** New York New York, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-08-25
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schimenticonstructioncompany/jobs/6161144004

## Job description

At Schimenti Construction Company, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Over the past 25+ years, we’ve built a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in their work and in supporting one another. Whether it’s a flagship retail store or a complex commercial build, we’re focused on delivering exceptional results and best-in-class service for our clients. As employee-owners, we’re proud to work with some of the world’s most prestigious brands.  In 2025, we were honored to be named East Coast Contractor of the Year by Engineering News Record (ENR).  Teamwork, accountability, professionalism, consistently driving for results…that’s how we Build Different.

We are seeking an experienced Safety Engineer to support the health and safety compliiance of our construction projects.  This role will require frequent weekly travel to project sites throughout the New York and Northeast..

## Key Responsibilities

- Assist in proactively planning and implementing Schimenti’s safety program to ensure a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment
- Conduct work area surveillance inspections, air sampling tests for confined space entry, property damage and personal injury investigations
- Document all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities. Issue confined area entry and “hot work” permits as required
- Assist in conducting employee, health and insurance inspectors on walk-throughs at site visits
- Coordinate/ assist in preparing written appeals for safety violation citations.
- Identification of Safety exposures: Conduct various industrial hygiene samplings, such as gas, 02, noise test to ensure safe working conditions
- Incident resolution- compile data, photographs, etc.; prepare all pertinent forms and reports per program procedures and federal, state, local regulations associated with accidents
- Identify, document and recommend resolution of hazardous/potential hazardous conditions; follow through to ensure corrections have been made
- Provide recommendations and assistance to Project Managers and Superintendents in regards to job site hazards, employee training, new/safe equipment operation, and safe material or substance utilization
- Remain current on federal, state, county, and local safety regulations
- Understand NYC Department of Building code, Chapter 33 and stay up to date with any amendments
- Initiate, support, and help coordinate safety training courses with team members

## Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of experience within the construction industry within a safety role
- Ability to travel up to 95% of the week to various project locations
- High energy and drive, and an ability to work independently in a trustworthy manner
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and partner effectively at every level of the organization
- OSHA 30
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

## About Schimenti Construction Company

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Schimenti Construction Company is a leading employee-owned general contractor specializing in retail, hospitality, commercial, and industrial construction with a nationwide footprint.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% Employee-Owned via ESOP since 2022)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, USA (with additional office in Rye Brook, New York)
- **Founded**: 1997
- **Founders**: Matthew Schimenti (President)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: General contracting, construction management, retail/restaurant construction, hospitality, corporate commercial, and industrial construction.
- Target customers: B2B – Fortune 500 companies, major retail brands, hospitality operators, and commercial developers.
- Mission or purpose statement: “It’s More than Construction” – focused on delivering exceptional results through a relationship-driven, employee-owned model.

## Products & Services
- **General Contracting & Construction Management**: Full-service ground-up new construction, renovations, remodels, and program rollouts for retail, hospitality, corporate, and industrial clients.
- **Pre-Construction & Consulting**: Scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and sustainability planning, including LEED-accredited projects and zero-waste strategies.
- **Self-Perform Trades**: Field teams with over 50 trade labor staff working alongside subcontractors.
- **Program Management**: Nationwide rollouts (active in 15+ states) with consistent quality and schedule control.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private, employee-owned)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue – $400M+ (as of 2025)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Strategic environmental consulting partners Crescent and Eunomia; member of ACE Mentor Program, AGC Culture of Care pledge, ConstructReach program.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 15% average annual revenue growth over the last five years
  - 90%+ client retention rate (more than 9 out of 10 clients retain for new projects)
  - Ranked #1 Retail Contractor by ENR East in 2025
  - Named to BD+C’s Top 90 Retail Giants in 2025
  - Crain’s New York Best Places to Work (2025, five years in a row)
  - Industry-leading Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 0.72 (top 10% of general contractors)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Employee Ownership**: 100% ESOP since 2022 aligns employee-owners with project success, driving accountability and long-term thinking.
- **Proprietary Construction Process**: Field-tested project management program and a sound business model deliver consistent on-time, on-budget results.
- **Deep Client Relationships**: More than 90% of clients would recommend Schimenti; 90% repeat business demonstrates trust and reliability.
- **Safety & Sustainability**: Platinum National Safety Award (ABC, 2025); comprehensive environmental programs including LEED and zero-waste management.
- **Diverse & Inclusive Workforce**: 20% female workforce (10% above industry average); active diversity recruiting via ConstructReach and MWBE supplier development.

## Strategic Focus
- **Sustainability**: Expanding environmental consulting partnerships and zero-waste initiatives to help clients meet ESG goals.
- **Talent Development**: Robust Learning & Development team, rotational internship program, and career growth paths (hire to the company, not to a project).
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Increasing diverse subcontractor spend, signing the AGC Culture of Care pledge, and building a pipeline of minority talent through ConstructReach.
- **Nationwide Expansion**: Continuing to serve clients across 15+ states, with capacity to go wherever clients need.

## Why Work Here
- **Employee-Owned Culture**: All employees are owners, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and long-term investment in outcomes.
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Recognized by Crain’s Best Places to Work five years in a row; 98% of employees are proud to be on the team; 95% plan to stay long-term.
- **Comprehensive Benefits**: Benefits start on day one – multiple medical plan options, free dental, vision, company-paid life insurance and LTD, 401k matching, ESOP, paid time off, weekly payroll, and more.
- **Career Development**: “You are in the driver’s seat” – internal L&D resources, stable project assignments, and accelerated growth opportunities with fewer handoffs.
- **Safety First**: 100% of employees agree safety is the highest priority; EMR of 0.72 (top 10% nationally).
- **Work Environment**: Office-based roles in New York City or Rye Brook; field roles require travel. Hybrid/remote policy not explicitly stated, but construction roles are typically on-site. The company emphasizes a close-knit, collaborative team environment.
- **Notable Perks**: Weekly payroll, free dental, commuter benefits, pet insurance, legal support, and employee appreciation events.

## Sources
1. [Schimenti Construction Company – Home](https://schimenti.com/)
2. [Schimenti Construction Company – About](https://schimenti.com/about/)
3. [Schimenti Construction Company – Careers](https://schimenti.com/careers/)
4. [Schimenti Construction Company – Jobs on Greenhouse](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schimenticonstructioncompany)
5. [Schimenti Construction Company – LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/schimenti-construction-company)

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