Director of Safety

Ferguson Electric; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferguson Electric seeks a Director of Safety in Buffalo, NY to lead the company’s safety program across all projects and operations. You will plan, direct, and implement safety initiatives to ensure a safe and compliant work environment for employees, clients, subcontractors, and the public.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety or related field, 10+ years of safety experience in construction or electrical contracting, and leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field.
• 10+ years of occupational health and safety experience, preferably in the construction or electrical contracting industry with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour Construction Safety certification is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with safety management software or systems.
• Basic knowledge of asset management/work order systems or GIS applications is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, to engage with employees, subcontractors, and management.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a focus on attention to detail and accountability.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety practices.
• Ability to conduct field inspections and training sessions in various work environments.
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage all company safety policies.
• Oversee the safety management system and drive safety goals, objectives, and KPIs.
• Manage and maintain company safety records, safety manuals, documents, and customer portals.
• Oversee and maintain company PPE.
• Provide project/bid specific safety plans and documents.
• Oversee field safety implementation across projects.
• Lead the corporate Safety team.
• Inform and connect customers to all services Ferguson Electric offers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Collaborative teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field

OSHA 10 or 30-hour Construction Safety certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Safety management software

GIS applications knowledge

Job description

Description

ABOUT US

Since 1935, Ferguson Electric has been providing the Western New York region with exceptional electric repair and construction services. We have the experience and skill to be our customer’s “connection to quality”. Our professional team has handled a majority of the construction and service contracts for the commercial and industrial facilities in the area. We have the skill, experience, and the dedication to properly address all electrical repair and construction needs.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Ferguson Electric’s Director of Safety reports to the Chief Strategy Officer and is directly responsible for managing the safety and risk associated with all projects and company operations. The Director of Safety will proactively plan, direct and implement the Company’s safety program to ensure a safe, healthy and accident-free work environment. The Director of Safety supports the Project Manager sin ensuring each construction project is conducting operations in a safe manner for the protection of our employees, clients, subcontractors and the general public. The Director of Safety ensures compliance with all applicable federal, state, county and local safety related regulations. The Director of Safety sets the tone for corporate safety and risk management, demonstrates strong leadership skills, works well in a team environment, has excellent communication skills all while strongly upholding and promoting the organization's core values.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Developing, implementing, and managing all company safety policies
• Safety management system
• Provide and communicate safety goals, objectives & key performance indicators
• Manage and maintain company safety records, safety manual/documents and customer portals
• Manage and maintain company PPE
• Provide project/bid specific safety plans and documents
• Oversee and ensure field safety implementation
• Oversee the corporate Safety team
• Inform and connect customer to all services that Ferguson Electric offers

Requirements

ABOUT YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field required.
  • 10+ years of occupational health and safety experience, preferably in the construction or electrical contracting industry with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • OSHA 10 or 30-hour certification in Construction Safety is highly desirable.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with safety management software or systems.
  • Basic knowledge of asset management/work order systems or GIS applications is a plus.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written, to engage with employees, subcontractors, and management.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and build rapport with diverse stakeholders.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills with a focus on attention to detail and accountability.
• Other Requirements:
  • Working knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety practices.
  • Ability to conduct field inspections and training sessions in various work environments.
  • Willingness to travel to job sites as needed.
• Attributes: Strategic thinker, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.