New York City — Hunter Roberts Construction Group has promoted Shane Skennonto, formerly safety director of the Philadelphia office, to director of safety. In this new role, Skennonto will oversee company-wide health and safety initiatives in Hunter Roberts’ New York, Newark and Philadelphia offices, as well as on jobsites in the surrounding counties and states.
Skennonto previously served as safety director at the Philadelphia office, where he implemented Hunter Roberts’ Corporate Safety, Health and Environmental Program and Procedures and the approved Accident Prevention Plan (APP). He has experience monitoring subcontractors to guarantee corporate safety standards and administering all phases of the company-wide and project-specific safety, security, environmental protection and industrial hygiene programs.
“Shane has been with Hunter Roberts for 10 years, making him an asset to our company,” says James C. McKenna, president and chief executive officer. “He always dedicates his time to ensuring the safety of our workers.”
Skennonto has more than 16 years of experience in the safety industry. Prior to his employment with Hunter Roberts, he worked as the senior health and safety specialist for Sunoco, Inc., where he coordinated contractor safety training and verification to meet standards, managed on-site safety equipment vendors for multiple locations, and implemented training programs.
SOURCE: Hunter Roberts Construction Group