Director of Safety

Jobot; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of vacation

401(k) match

Performance bonuses

Job stability

Accelerated career growth

Job summary

A local construction firm is seeking a Director of Safety to enhance its safety culture and ensure compliance. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in construction safety management and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include developing health and safety plans, investigating incidents, and conducting training. The role offers a competitive salary between $120,000 and $170,000 annually along with excellent benefits such as 4 weeks of vacation and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar construction role.
• Certification in occupational health and safety is a plus.
• Proficient knowledge of construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute health and safety plans.
• Prepare and enforce policies for health and safety.
• Monitor compliance to policies and laws.
• Investigate accidents and handle workers' compensation claims.
• Conduct training for health and safety matters.

Skills

Leadership in safety

Health and safety guidelines knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety management or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Overview

Multi-Division, Director of Safety role for a local construction firm with an employee-first mentality. Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 per year. Benefits mentioned include 4 weeks of vacation and 401(k) match. The role is hosted by Jobot and we are seeking a candidate with leadership in safety for a general contractor with over 50 years in business.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary
• Job stability
• Accelerated career growth
• Performance bonuses
• Experience: 5+ years as a Safety Manager or Safety Director in construction

Job Details & About Us

We are a fast-growing General Contractor with a long-standing history. We are looking for a Director of Safety to contribute to our safety culture and compliance efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety
• Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations
• Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions
• Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle workers’ compensation claims
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities, or new prevention measures
• Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics
• Assess risk and safety hazards of new construction sites and plan precautionary measures
• Foster a healthy safety culture by leading by example

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety management or related field required
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a similar construction role
• Proficient knowledge of Procore and other construction management software
• Extensive experience with site work, field operations, and builders
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures in construction
• Certification in occupational health and safety (e.g., CSP, CIH) is a plus
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Proactive, diligent, and able to work under pressure
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities

Equal Opportunity & Compliance

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment and consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, or any other protected basis. Jobot may perform background checks with authorization. Information collected as part of your Jobot candidate profile is subject to Jobot’s Privacy Policy and related notices.

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