Director of Construction Safety

LeoForce; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus

Company vehicle

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

LeoForce in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a Director of Construction Safety to lead our safety culture across field operations, projects, and support functions. This senior role requires guiding safety standards, partnering with operations leaders, and protecting employees, clients, and project outcomes.

You will bring 5+ years in construction safety, strong OSHA knowledge, proven incident investigations, and the ability to influence crews across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience.
• Experience leading safety initiatives in field-based or project-driven environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and general construction safety practices.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, audits, and corrective-action follow-up.
• Ability to influence crews, supervisors, and managers across multiple sites.
• Certifications such as CSP, CHST, OHST, or similar are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, construction management, or related field a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s safety strategy and day-to-day safety program across construction and field operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and incident investigations, and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with operations and project leaders to reduce risk and improve compliance.
• Track safety metrics, identify trends, and report findings to leadership.
• Ensure adherence to applicable safety regulations and company standards.
• Support onboarding, toolbox talks, and ongoing employee safety education.
• Promote a proactive safety culture that balances accountability, productivity, and care for people.

Skills

Construction safety

Leadership

OSHA knowledge

Influence across sites

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/related field

Tools

CSP/CHST/OHST certifications

Job description

Director of Construction Safety

Phoenix,AZ, US

6926055

2 days ago

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

Job Details

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We are seeking a Director of Safety to lead and strengthen our safety culture across field operations, projects, and support functions in Phoenix, AZ. This is a key leadership role for someone who knows construction safety inside and out and can partner with operations leaders to build practical, consistent, and accountable safety standards. The right candidate will bring at least 5 years of construction safety experience, strong communication skills, and the confidence to influence teams at every level while helping protect employees, clients, and project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company’s safety strategy and day-to-day safety program across construction and field operations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and incident investigations, and drive corrective actions.
• Partner with operations and project leaders to reduce risk and improve compliance.
• Track safety metrics, identify trends, and report findings to leadership.
• Ensure adherence to applicable safety regulations and company standards.
• Support onboarding, toolbox talks, and ongoing employee safety education.
• Promote a proactive safety culture that balances accountability, productivity, and care for people.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience.
• Experience leading safety initiatives in field-based or project-driven environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and general construction safety practices.
• Proven ability to conduct investigations, audits, and corrective-action follow-up.
• Ability to influence crews, supervisors, and managers across multiple sites.
• Certifications such as CSP, CHST, OHST, or similar are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, construction management, or related field a plus.

A bit about us:

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Join a thriving, family-founded company with over 50 years of growth. Ranked among the top 50 largest firms in our industry, we employ over 500 dedicated professionals across our two AZ offices, delivering comprehensive solutions from design and construction to ongoing management and specialized commercial landscaping services. Our mission-driven culture emphasizes excellence, integrity, and spiritual values while fostering long-term client relationships, creating a rewarding environment where your safety management expertise can shape a dynamic team passionate about making a lasting impact.

Why join us?

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• Competitive pay ($120k-$140k)
• Annual bonus, usually around 10%
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off/ Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Company vehicle

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