Project Safety Director

Sheakley; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance-based bonus

Equipment provided

Full benefits

Job summary

Sheakley is seeking a Project Safety Director for a major Lancaster, PA construction project. The role leads EH&S efforts, mentors a 4–10 person safety team, and partners with senior leadership to shape safety strategy and performance.

Ideal candidate brings 13+ years in construction safety, CHST and OSHA 30 certifications, and a track record of investigations and safety program management. This executive role demands strong budgeting and leadership across complex operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 13+ years of construction safety experience
• CHST certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• Previous management experience directing safety personnel and project resources
• Extensive incident investigation experience
• Strong budgeting, planning, delegation, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS software applications

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and enforce Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and programs
• Oversee and mentor a team of 4-10 onsite safety professionals
• Establish project-wide safety goals and strategic initiatives
• Partner with project executives and senior leadership to drive safety performance
• Serve as the primary safety liaison between project leadership and client representatives
• Lead complex incident investigations and corrective action implementation
• Coordinate project safety resources, staffing, budgets, and performance objectives
• Review and improve project safety processes and procedures
• Conduct leadership-level audits, assessments, and field observations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to achieve best-in-class safety culture
• Maintain a consistent presence in both field operations and project offices
• Coach and develop safety team members to maximize project effectiveness

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Incident investigations

Safety program management

Staff mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety or related field

Tools

OSHA Regulations

EH&S software

MS Office

Job description

Location: Lancaster, PA

Start Date: ASAP

Type: Direct Hire W2

Compensation & Schedule

Salary: $150,000-$175,000 annually

Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates (case-by-case basis)

Annual Bonus: Performance-based bonus incentive plan

Equipment Provided: Company laptop and cell phone

Benefits: Full benefits package

Schedule: 40+ Hours/Week

Additional Schedule Details: Hours will vary based on project demands. Some projects may require 58+ hour work weeks. This role is dedicated full-time to a single project.

Why This Opportunity?

Join a leading general contractor supporting one of the largest and most complex construction projects in the Lancaster, PA area. This opportunity provides executive-level safety leadership on a high-risk project valued at approximately $1 billion or greater.

The Project Safety Director will lead Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) efforts for a major construction project while overseeing a team of 4-10 safety professionals. This individual will partner closely with senior project leadership, client stakeholders, and field operations teams to drive safety strategy, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, or related field, OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 13+ years of construction safety experience
• CHST certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment
• OSHA 30 Certification
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• Previous management experience directing safety personnel and project resources
• Extensive incident investigation experience
• Strong budgeting, planning, delegation, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS software applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Safety Director or Regional Safety Leadership experience
• Experience overseeing large-scale commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, mission critical, or megaproject construction efforts
• Experience leading safety teams on projects exceeding $500M in value
• ASP, CSP, STS-C, or additional BCSP credentials
• Military leadership background
• Previous experience as a Superintendent or Project Manager with strong safety leadership experience

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, direct, and enforce Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and programs
• Oversee and mentor a team of 4-10 onsite safety professionals
• Establish project-wide safety goals and strategic initiatives
• Partner with project executives and senior leadership to drive safety performance
• Serve as the primary safety liaison between project leadership and client representatives
• Lead complex incident investigations and corrective action implementation
• Coordinate project safety resources, staffing, budgets, and performance objectives
• Review and improve project safety processes and procedures
• Conduct leadership-level audits, assessments, and field observations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to achieve best-in-class safety culture
• Maintain a consistent presence in both field operations and project offices
• Coach and develop safety team members to maximize project effectiveness

Technical Knowledge

Candidates Should Have Working Knowledge Of

• OSHA Construction Standards
• Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Program Management
• Large-Scale Construction Operations
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
• Construction Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Safety Leadership & Organizational Development
• Contractor Safety Management
• High-Risk Construction Activities
• Fall Protection & Elevated Work
• Crane & Rigging Operations
• Electrical Safety Awareness
• Safety Metrics & Performance Tracking
• Budgeting & Resource Management
• EHS Software Platforms & Reporting Systems

What Success Looks Like

The ideal candidate is a relationship-focused, engaging construction safety leader who understands how to influence project teams, build trust with operations personnel, and drive accountability at all levels of an organization.

Success in this role requires balancing leadership, strategy, field engagement, and administrative responsibilities while creating a collaborative safety culture that supports project goals. The successful candidate will effectively manage a team of safety professionals, lead complex investigations, serve as a trusted advisor to project leadership, and ensure safety excellence across all phases of construction.