Safety Director-Construction

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Safety Director to lead and manage all aspects of our company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety initiatives, regulatory compliance, training programs, reporting procedures, and continuous improvement efforts across all operations.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of driving a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA, FMCSA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

EHS Compliance Management

Maintain full ownership and administration of the company EHS database.

Manage all company certifications, including initial applications, renewals, and compliance tracking.

Oversee OSHA and regulatory reporting procedures, including OSHA 300 Logs, case management, and documentation.

Ensure compliance with FMCSA, Clearinghouse, DOT, and all applicable driver-related regulations and recordkeeping requirements.

Review and evaluate company MOD/EMR performance and implement strategies to continuously reduce incident rates and improve safety performance.

Safety Training Meetings

Manage all employee safety training requirements during onboarding and throughout employment, including post-incident and recurring training.

Develop, coordinate, and lead all company safety meetings, including:

Toolbox Talks

Safety Stand Downs

Superintendent Meetings

Director Meetings

Monthly Operations Meetings

Incident Management

Lead the full incident reporting and investigation process, including:

Initial incident documentation

Immediate response and follow-up actions

Drug/alcohol testing coordination

Root cause analysis

Documentation and record filing

Return-to-work/light-duty verification

Damage cost evaluations and tracking

Project Field Safety Oversight

Prepare and manage all project-specific safety documentation, including:

Exposure Control Plans

Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA)

Job Hazard Analyses (JHA)

Competent Person Letters

Safety Checklists

Project Safety Questionnaires

Conduct periodic site visits and annual fleet inspections to verify equipment and operational safety compliance.

Review submitted site safety inspection reports completed by internal safety personnel.

Reporting Performance Metrics

Track and report monthly and quarterly safety metrics, including:

Site visit results

Incident trends and associated costs

Employee participation and attendance

Safety material issuance and tracking

Manage company safety incentive and bonus programs, including eligibility and disqualification criteria for raffles, bonuses, and recognition programs.

Collaboration Leadership

Participate in external meetings, including:

Project bid meetings

General contractor prequalification meetings

Insurance renewal meetings

Client and regulatory discussions

Promote and reinforce a culture of accountability, safety awareness, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Strong working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and construction safety regulations.

Experience managing safety programs within construction, utilities, site development, or heavy civil industries preferred.

Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records and reporting systems.

Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management software systems.

Preferred Certifications

OSHA 30

CHST, CSP, ASP, or similar certifications preferred

CPR/First Aid certification preferred

Additional Information

This position may require periodic travel to project sites and participation in field inspections and meetings.

Other duties may be assigned as needed to support company operations and safety initiatives.