Northeastern University
Job Summary
The Building Safety Manager (BSM) manages building-wide compliance with applicable regulatory standards associated with laboratory operations, with a focus on research and teaching labs, makerspaces, shops, and other unique lab spaces (greenhouse, clinical, cleanroom, etc.). The Building Safety Manager position is on‑site at Northeastern’s Boston campus and reports to the Senior Manager of the Building Safety Program in the Office of Academic and Research Safety (OARS). As an embedded safety staff member, you will facilitate, assess, and promote an enhanced culture of safety and a healthy work environment through close collaboration and coordination with the OARS team and key individuals performing safety functions in assigned buildings, including Principal Investigators, lab personnel, Department Safety Officers, College Safety Officers, facilities personnel, and others. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Hazardous Materials Management (40%) Lead chemical safety and compliance in assigned buildings, monitor chemical inventories for potential exceedances of Maximum Allowable Quantity thresholds, and coordinate with stakeholders to address exceedances. Assist laboratories with the purchase, inventory, storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials and regulated waste. Laboratory Emergency Planning and Response (35%) Serve as the focal point for implementing Emergency Action Plans (EAP) for laboratories, conduct training and exercises, maintain and certify emergency equipment, and act as the emergency coordinator and contact in assigned buildings. Participate in the OARS on‑call program and emergency response team, investigate laboratory incidents, document findings, track corrective actions, and support researchers in reducing incident likelihood. Other Duties and Responsibilities (25%) Work with principal investigators and lab personnel on risk assessments and safety inspections, promote safe lab practices, provide referrals, and assist with start‑up, commissioning, registration, shutdown, and decommissioning of labs, makerspaces, and shops. Contribute to lab design and construction/renovation projects, disseminate safety training and resources, and maintain an active presence in labs, shops, and makerspaces. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, process safety, materials science, environmental science, or another applicable discipline with a minimum of five years of demonstrated work experience in managing EHS requirements. Preferred: Master’s degree in one of the above fields, background in chemistry or chemical engineering, and experience in higher education, hazardous materials management, process safety, high‑hazard environments, or laboratory research/R&D compliance. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards that apply to laboratory operations. Proficiency in using a personal computer and current software applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Smartsheets. Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills with strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with various audiences in a customer‑service‑oriented approach. Demonstrated problem‑solving and organizational skills, time and project management skills, including planning, prioritizing, and scheduling multiple ongoing projects. Experience conducting inspections, assessing risk, and recommending safety controls and corrective actions for experiments, equipment, and processes using appropriate methodology. Experience assisting with laboratory emergencies, including gas releases and spill remediation, and ability to recognize unsafe conditions or dangerous situations and respond appropriately. Physical requirements include being medically qualified to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment, lifting up to 50 lbs and moving up to 500 lbs using rolling carts or drum carts, and working in diverse physical environments (weather extremes, mechanical spaces, confined spaces, elevated locations, and hazardous material storage or use). Additional Information
Position Type: Legal and Regulatory Administration Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 110S Expected Hiring Range: $75,210.00 – $106,230.00 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly‑situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. Benefits: Northeastern University provides a comprehensive benefits package for benefit‑eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement‑as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. Equal Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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The Building Safety Manager (BSM) manages building-wide compliance with applicable regulatory standards associated with laboratory operations, with a focus on research and teaching labs, makerspaces, shops, and other unique lab spaces (greenhouse, clinical, cleanroom, etc.). The Building Safety Manager position is on‑site at Northeastern’s Boston campus and reports to the Senior Manager of the Building Safety Program in the Office of Academic and Research Safety (OARS). As an embedded safety staff member, you will facilitate, assess, and promote an enhanced culture of safety and a healthy work environment through close collaboration and coordination with the OARS team and key individuals performing safety functions in assigned buildings, including Principal Investigators, lab personnel, Department Safety Officers, College Safety Officers, facilities personnel, and others. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Hazardous Materials Management (40%) Lead chemical safety and compliance in assigned buildings, monitor chemical inventories for potential exceedances of Maximum Allowable Quantity thresholds, and coordinate with stakeholders to address exceedances. Assist laboratories with the purchase, inventory, storage, use, and disposal of hazardous materials and regulated waste. Laboratory Emergency Planning and Response (35%) Serve as the focal point for implementing Emergency Action Plans (EAP) for laboratories, conduct training and exercises, maintain and certify emergency equipment, and act as the emergency coordinator and contact in assigned buildings. Participate in the OARS on‑call program and emergency response team, investigate laboratory incidents, document findings, track corrective actions, and support researchers in reducing incident likelihood. Other Duties and Responsibilities (25%) Work with principal investigators and lab personnel on risk assessments and safety inspections, promote safe lab practices, provide referrals, and assist with start‑up, commissioning, registration, shutdown, and decommissioning of labs, makerspaces, and shops. Contribute to lab design and construction/renovation projects, disseminate safety training and resources, and maintain an active presence in labs, shops, and makerspaces. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, process safety, materials science, environmental science, or another applicable discipline with a minimum of five years of demonstrated work experience in managing EHS requirements. Preferred: Master’s degree in one of the above fields, background in chemistry or chemical engineering, and experience in higher education, hazardous materials management, process safety, high‑hazard environments, or laboratory research/R&D compliance. Working knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory standards that apply to laboratory operations. Proficiency in using a personal computer and current software applications including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Smartsheets. Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills with strong interpersonal skills for coordinating with various audiences in a customer‑service‑oriented approach. Demonstrated problem‑solving and organizational skills, time and project management skills, including planning, prioritizing, and scheduling multiple ongoing projects. Experience conducting inspections, assessing risk, and recommending safety controls and corrective actions for experiments, equipment, and processes using appropriate methodology. Experience assisting with laboratory emergencies, including gas releases and spill remediation, and ability to recognize unsafe conditions or dangerous situations and respond appropriately. Physical requirements include being medically qualified to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment, lifting up to 50 lbs and moving up to 500 lbs using rolling carts or drum carts, and working in diverse physical environments (weather extremes, mechanical spaces, confined spaces, elevated locations, and hazardous material storage or use). Additional Information
Position Type: Legal and Regulatory Administration Compensation Grade/Pay Type: 110S Expected Hiring Range: $75,210.00 – $106,230.00 With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly‑situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change. Benefits: Northeastern University provides a comprehensive benefits package for benefit‑eligible employees, including medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement‑as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. Equal Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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