Safety Director

Bickham Services Unlimited, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Bickham Services Unlimited, LLC in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Safety Director to lead our corporate safety program across construction sites. The role, based on-site, focuses on audits, hazard analyses, and continuous safety improvement.

You will oversee JHAs, pre-task plans, safety workshops, and reporting to executives, while ensuring OSHA compliance and high-risk activity controls; travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 8 years of safety experience in construction with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental regulations.
• Ability to lead teams, influence behavior and implement change across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct jobsite audits, hazard analyses and detailed assessments of ongoing construction activities.
• Lead companywide safety meetings and specialized safety workshops.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), pre-task plans, and high-risk work procedures.
• Provide safety performance reporting to executive leadership.
• Collaborate with project leaders to develop site-specific safety strategies.
• Serve as primary contact for OSHA inspections or investigations.

Skills

Leadership

OSHA knowledge

Communication

Investigation skills

Coaching

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree or higher in Safety

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

SAFETY DIRECTOR

Location - ATLANTA, GA

PAY RATE: $90-95/HR

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Conduct jobsite audits, hazard analyses, and detailed assessments of ongoing construction activities.
• Evaluate subcontractor safety plans and verify they meet company and contract standards.
• Lead companywide safety meetings and specialized safety workshops.
• Provide timely safety performance reporting to executive leadership.
• Oversee the review and approval of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), pre-task plans, and high-risk work procedures.
• Collaborate with project leaders to develop site-specific safety strategies, especially for complex or high-risk scopes.
• Implement systems to track safety metrics, leading indicators, and trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies such as OSHA during inspections or investigations.
• Ensure consistent application of safety policies across all divisions and project types.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Climb permanent and temporary stairs and ladders
• Stand for long periods of time
• Use of construction personnel hoist
• Navigate active construction sites consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material
• Use of vision, hands and fingers
• Speak, hear, stoop/bend crouch
• Lift/carry a minimum of 30 pounds
• Be able to wear standard PPE, i.e. hard hats, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office and field environments with exposure to:
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Heavy machinery
• Loud noise
• Uneven ground, mud, and construction hazards
• Frequent travel to project sites as required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree or greater in Safety is preferred
• High School diploma or GED required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; a combination ofexperience and education may be considered.
• 8 years of safety experience in construction, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or director-level role.
• Deep understanding of construction operations, methods, sequencing, and high-risk activities.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence behavior, and implement change across multiple projects or divisions. Experience writing safety policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Strong skills in communication, investigation, conflict resolution, and coaching.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain an acceptable MVR.

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• NFPA 70E Certified
• OSHA 500 or OTI certified
• HAZWOPER
• Completion of Industrial Training International’s Lift Director & Critical Lift Planning Course
• First Aid / CPR / AED.