Atlanta Safety Director: Lead Field Safety Program

gpac; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Safety Director for a local Atlanta commercial general contractor. You will own the safety program, lead project teams, and raise the standard for safety on active Atlanta sites.

This role requires strong OSHA knowledge, field leadership, and the ability to partner with executive and operational teams to plan and execute safety strategies across projects, while traveling as needed. This is a highly visible leadership position with substantial impact.

Qualifications

• Significant construction safety experience, preferably in a commercial GC setting.
• Leadership experience at Director/ Senior Safety Manager level.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• OSHA 510 certification is required.
• Proven track record developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with craft professionals to executive leadership.
• Experience with incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to hold teams accountable while maintaining strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company-wide safety program and improve it continuously.
• Provide safety leadership to Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams.
• Visit active jobsites in the Atlanta area to identify and mitigate risk.
• Conduct jobsite safety audits, inspections, and assessments.
• Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Lead safety training, toolbox talks, and continuing education.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.
• Oversee incident investigations, corrective actions, and documentation.
• Track safety metrics and identify trends to prevent issues.
• Support preconstruction with site-specific safety strategies.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to set clear safety expectations.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Leadership

OSHA regulations knowledge

Incident investigations

Field presence

Communication with leadership

Job description

gpac is seeking an experienced Safety Director for a local Atlanta commercial general contractor. You will own the safety program, lead project teams, and raise the standard for safety on active Atlanta sites.

This role requires strong OSHA knowledge, field leadership, and the ability to partner with executive and operational teams to plan and execute safety strategies across projects, while traveling as needed. This is a highly visible leadership position with substantial impact.