Corporate Director of Safety

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Since 1952, Superior Rigging & Erecting has delivered complex crane, rigging, steel erection, heavy transport, and specialty construction solutions across industrial and commercial projects throughout the United States. Our reputation has been built on disciplined execution, technical expertise, and an uncompromising commitment to safety. At Superior Rigging & Erecting, we make the Tough Look Easy.

We are seeking a proven safety leader to serve as our Corporate Director of Safety. Reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer, this role serves as the senior safety leader for the organization and partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen safety performance, operational excellence, workforce development, and enterprise risk management.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an experienced construction safety professional who wants to influence company strategy, strengthen safety culture, mentor safety professionals, and help guide the next phase of organizational growth.

This position offers a competitive salary based on experience, plus a vehicle allowance, company fuel card, expense card, comprehensive benefits package, and direct exposure to executive leadership.

Why This Role Matters

Our work includes complex crane operations, engineered lifts, steel erection, transportation, fabrication, and specialty construction activities where planning, execution, and risk management directly impact employee safety and business performance.

The Director of Corporate Safety will help shape how safety is integrated into every aspect of our business while supporting continued growth across multiple operations and project locations.

What You Will Lead

• Enterprise safety strategy and program development
• Construction safety management systems
• Operational risk management initiatives
• Safety culture and leadership accountability
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Regulatory compliance and risk mitigation
• Workforce safety training and development
• Safety performance metrics and reporting
• Multi-site safety oversight
• Continuous improvement initiatives
• Development and mentoring of safety personnel

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the company's enterprise safety strategy across all business units.
• Serve as the primary safety advisor to executive leadership.
• Develop corporate safety policies, standards, and management systems.
• Align safety initiatives with organizational growth and operational objectives.

• Partner with Operations, Human Resources, Project Management, and field leadership to improve safety performance.
• Support crane, rigging, steel erection, heavy transport, fabrication, and specialty construction operations.
• Conduct operational audits, field assessments, and executive safety reviews.
• Drive accountability throughout all levels of the organization.

• Lead investigations involving serious incidents, near misses, and high-potential events.
• Implement structured root cause analysis and corrective action programs.
• Identify trends and develop strategies to reduce organizational risk.
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators to drive continuous improvement.

• Mentor and develop safety professionals throughout the organization.
• Strengthen leadership engagement and field accountability.
• Partner with Learning & Development to expand workforce safety capabilities.
• Foster a culture built on ownership, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management, or related field
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
• 10+ years of progressive construction safety leadership experience
• Experience leading safety programs across multiple projects, locations, or business units
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926)
• Experience leading incident investigations and root cause analysis programs
• Experience partnering directly with executive and operational leadership teams
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites and operational locations

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 500 Construction Outreach Trainer
• CSP, CHST, CIH, or equivalent professional certification
• Experience supporting crane operations, rigging, steel erection, industrial construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, EPC, or heavy civil operations
• Experience managing safety teams across multiple locations
• Experience leading enterprise safety culture transformation initiatives
• Experience supporting large general contractors, industrial contractors, or similarly complex organizations

What Success Looks Like

• Improved safety performance across all operations
• Reduced organizational risk exposure
• Stronger leadership engagement and accountability
• Consistent safety execution company-wide
• Improved leading indicator performance
• Effective corrective action implementation
• Enhanced workforce participation in safety initiatives
• Development of scalable systems that support long-term growth

Why Join Superior Rigging & Erecting

This role offers the opportunity to directly influence the future of safety within a growing specialty construction organization.

You will work closely with executive leadership, help shape strategic initiatives, strengthen operational performance, and build programs that protect employees while supporting business growth.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer:

• Vehicle Allowance
• Company Fuel Card
• Company Expense Card
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Executive Leadership Exposure
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Long-Term Career Growth

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Superior Rigging and Erecting Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality.

ADA & Employment Status Notice

Superior Rigging and Erecting complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws to ensure reasonable accommodations are available when needed. This position is classified as Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Employment is at-will unless stated otherwise in writing.