Regional Safety Director: Construction Excellence

Alston Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Alston Construction Company is seeking a Regional Safety Director to oversee safety programs across assigned regions, drive compliance with OSHA regulations, and champion a best-in-class safety culture on projects nationwide.

The role requires a Bachelor's in OSH and 7+ years of construction safety management, OSHA 30, and relevant certifications; travel will be required, and Alston emphasizes competitive salaries and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field and 7+ years of construction safety management experience.
• OSHA 30-hour Certification required; OSHA 500 preferred
• CSP, CHST, or advanced safety certification preferred
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• Thorough understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional safety program in alignment with corporate safety strategy and culture
• Plan, develop, and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and federal, state, and local regulations
• Conduct regular safety inspections of worksites; prepare detailed reports, develop corrective action plans, and ensure follow-up
• Design, manage, and deliver safety training; conduct new hire orientations within 5 business days of hire
• Investigate all incidents (near-misses to fatalities) using Root Cause Analysis and report findings to leadership
• Manage OSHA site visits, inspections, agency reporting, and subcontractor safety compliance
• Coordinate with insurance brokers, loss control services, and external consultants on loss prevention initiatives
• Manage Workers' Compensation claims and return-to-work programs
• Establish metrics to monitor effectiveness of safety initiatives, programs, and training
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management to direct reports
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA compliance

Incident investigation

Training design

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Alston Construction Company is seeking a Regional Safety Director to oversee safety programs across assigned regions, drive compliance with OSHA regulations, and champion a best-in-class safety culture on projects nationwide.

The role requires a Bachelor's in OSH and 7+ years of construction safety management, OSHA 30, and relevant certifications; travel will be required, and Alston emphasizes competitive salaries and strong benefits.