Safety/Quality Program Manager (Confidential)

Job Title : Safety/Quality Program Manager (Confidential)

Location : Philadelphia, PA 19104

Duration : 06+ months Contract With possibility of Extension

Shift Details : 1^st shift

Job Description:

Job Summary:

The Safety & Quality Manager is responsible for leading quality management and safety compliance across all Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Contractor Work. This role ensures strict adherence to the Quality Management Plan (QMP), ISO 9001:2015 standards, and all OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific safety regulations.

This individual will oversee audits, inspections, risk assessments, and process improvements to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and a strong culture of safety.

Additionally, 25% of this role will involve safety responsibilities, requiring a strong background in safety compliance and risk management. The ideal candidate will have experience integrating quality and safety programs to maintain high operational and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Management & Compliance:

Serve as the independent authority overseeing all quality-related activities for the O&M Contractor.

Maintain and enforce compliance with the Quality Management Plan (QMP) in alignment with ISO 9001:2015 standards.

Conduct audits and inspections of work processes to ensure contractual, regulatory, and safety compliance.

Review and assess facility operations for misalignment with contract requirements and develop mitigation strategies.

Oversee and validate document control, data storage, and compliance records in accordance with quality and safety standards.

Supervise and coordinate internal and third-party testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.

Audit CMMS work tickets (QFM events) to confirm proper categorization, documentation, and issue resolution.

Ensure corrective and preventive action plans (CAPA) are effectively implemented to address quality deficiencies.

Support and prepare for external audits, regulatory inspections, and compliance reviews.

Safety Oversight & Risk Management (25% of Role):

Develop and enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures in compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and other safety regulations.

Conduct job hazard analysis (JHA), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) assessments, and PPE certifications.

Enforce preventative safety measures through training, coaching, and compliance checks.

Investigate safety incidents, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Lead safety audits, workplace inspections, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with workplace safety standards.

Develop and implement safety training programs, ensuring all employees are properly trained in hazard identification and emergency response procedures.

Maintain and report safety data metrics, tracking trends and proposing improvements.

Coordinate with O&M leadership, project safety managers, and regulatory bodies to ensure a culture of continuous safety improvement.

Ensure environmental, hazardous materials, waste disposal, and recycling activities meet all safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications & Experience: