About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

You will support the project HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) program for Life Sciences construction projects in the Cary/Clayton, NC area. Working with the Project HSE Manager and project stakeholders, you will promote a culture of safety, help prevent injuries, and support regulatory compliance across construction activities.

• Support implementation of project HSE plans, processes, and tools
• Assist the Project HSE Manager with inspections, incident investigations, and corrective actions
• Deliver toolbox talks, site orientations, and basic safety training to craft and subcontractors
• Provide technical guidance on safe work methods, PPE, and hazard controls
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and support contractor coordination
• Help maintain documentation and prepare reports that support HSE metrics and continuous improvement

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Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible, on-site HSE resource for the project team and subcontractors
• Conduct daily/periodic safety rounds and identify opportunities for hazard reduction
• Assist with regulatory and client-driven HSE reviews and audits
• Support incident reporting, root-cause analysis, and follow-through on corrective measures
• Contribute to development and delivery of training and outreach to the workforce
• Support implementation of the client’s HSE standards and ensure consistency across project teams

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What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health & Safety, construction safety, or related field
• 0–2 years of construction HSE experience (internship or early-career experience acceptable)
• Familiarity with OSHA construction safety regulations and HSE best practices
• Experience delivering or assisting with safety trainings and toolbox talks
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication skills and ability to build productive relationships with craft, contractors, and project staff
• This role is not eligible for candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future

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Nice to Have

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
• OSHA 510 completed or underway
• Previous site-based HSE experience on Life Sciences / pharmaceutical construction projects
• Experience with subcontractor management and safety oversight

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Location & Travel

• Primary location: Cary / Clayton, NC area (on-site). Some travel to project sites across the region may be required.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.; this role does not provide visa sponsorship.

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Compensation

• Estimated salary: $56,527 per year (estimated). Exact pay may vary based on experience and local laws.

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Additional Hiring & Legal Notes

Careertakes sources this opportunity on behalf of our client, a Confidential Client in the Scientific & QA industry. The hiring organization will make final employment decisions. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities—please contact Careertakes if you require assistance during the application or interview process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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