Director of Safety — Lead a Proactive Construction Safety Program

gpac; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Competitive compensation

Job summary

gpac, on behalf of a well-established general contractor in the Atlanta area, seeks an experienced Director of Safety to lead the company's safety program across projects.

The role emphasizes building a strong safety culture, OSHA compliance, site inspections, trainings, incident investigations, and collaboration with field teams.

Travel to Atlanta-area sites is required; OSHA 500/510 certifications and 7+ years in construction safety are required, with competitive compensation and full benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction safety experience.
• Experience with a general contractor preferred.
• OSHA 500 and OSHA 510 certifications required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites throughout the Atlanta area.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company-wide safety program
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies and procedures
• Conduct regular site safety inspections, audits, and training
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards
• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams to identify and address safety concerns
• Investigate incidents and develop corrective action plans
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety training for field personnel
• Maintain safety documentation, reporting, and compliance records
• Stay current on OSHA regulations and industry best practices
• Help promote a proactive, company-wide culture of safety

Skills

Leadership

Communication

OSHA 500/510 knowledge

Safety program management

Education

OSHA 500/510 certifications

Job description

gpac, on behalf of a well-established general contractor in the Atlanta area, seeks an experienced Director of Safety to lead the company's safety program across projects.

The role emphasizes building a strong safety culture, OSHA compliance, site inspections, trainings, incident investigations, and collaboration with field teams.

Travel to Atlanta-area sites is required; OSHA 500/510 certifications and 7+ years in construction safety are required, with competitive compensation and full benefits.