Field Safety Leader, Construction Projects

shawconstruction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Health benefits

Job summary

Shaw Construction in Colorado seeks a Director of Safety to lead on-site safety programs across multifamily and workforce housing projects. This hands-on, field-facing role plans, implements, and manages safety initiatives, coaching crews and subcontractors to work safely and reduce risk.

You will conduct preconstruction planning, job hazard analyses, safety audits, OSHA investigations, and training, ensuring PPE provision and quarterly safety reports.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Safety & Health or equivalent with 3+ years safety experience in building construction.
• Teaching mindset—prefer showing the right way over just telling.
• Strong leadership, communication and training skills.
• Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles; MS Office proficient.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer Shaw's safety program, including Hazard Communication and Chemical Inventory oversight.
• Conduct preconstruction planning and Job Hazard Analysis for all projects.
• Review subcontractor safety plans and assist in prequalification efforts.
• Perform site safety audits alongside outside Safety Consultant or insurer reps.
• Lead OSHA investigations and formal site visits as needed.
• Turn lessons learned from inspections into practical training.
• Coordinate and deliver safety orientation and training programs company-wide.
• Ensure all employees are issued PPE at onboarding.
• Compile quarterly and annual safety compliance reports for senior leadership.
• Investigate and report Workers' Compensation and insurance claims.
• Assist project teams with Storm Water Management and compliance.
• Administer motor vehicle record checks with Corporate Resource Manager.
• Coach and support project-assigned safety personnel with on-site PMs and Superintendents.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training

Teaching mindset

Education

4-year degree in Safety & Health

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Shaw Construction in Colorado seeks a Director of Safety to lead on-site safety programs across multifamily and workforce housing projects. This hands-on, field-facing role plans, implements, and manages safety initiatives, coaching crews and subcontractors to work safely and reduce risk.

You will conduct preconstruction planning, job hazard analyses, safety audits, OSHA investigations, and training, ensuring PPE provision and quarterly safety reports.