Safety Director

Job Description

Job Description

• Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Lead and promote a culture of safety across all construction operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Review and update safety programs to reflect regulatory changes and industry best practices.
• Establish safety goals, KPIs, and reporting metrics.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and maintain OSHA recordkeeping requirements.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and jobsite evaluations.
• Monitor corrective actions and ensure timely resolution of safety concerns.
• Serve as the primary liaison during OSHA inspections and regulatory audits.
• Stay current on changing safety regulations and construction safety requirements.
• Develop and facilitate safety orientation programs for new hires.
• Conduct ongoing safety training, toolbox talks, and refresher courses.
• Educate employees, supervisors, and project teams on safe work practices.
• Maintain training records and ensure employees possess required certifications.
• Lead investigations of accidents, injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and communicate findings to leadership.
• Track incident trends and recommend improvements to reduce risk.
• Perform routine site visits to monitor compliance and identify hazards.
• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to address safety concerns.
• Ensure proper utilization of PPE, equipment, and fall protection systems.
• Evaluate subcontractor safety performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with insurance carriers, third-party safety consultants, and regulatory agencies.
• Support workers' compensation claims management and return-to-work programs.
• Develop strategies to reduce company liability and improve safety performance.
• Assist with risk assessments and pre-construction safety planning.

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field preferred.
• Strong preference for fluency in Spanish
• OSHA 300 Certification required.
• 7+ years of progressive safety leadership experience within the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, and risk management practices.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and safety audits.
• Ability to train and influence employees at all organizational levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.