Safety Director

Blue Ridge Executive Search; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Blueridgesearch is seeking a Safety Director to lead the Safety Team, develop and oversee a comprehensive safety program ensuring OSHA and MSHA compliance. The role drives a Culture of Safety, coordinates safety training, and serves as a subject matter expert for health and safety across the organization.

The candidate will mentor staff, collaborate with leadership, and conduct site visits to identify and mitigate safety risks, while maintaining strong documentation and incident analysis

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Construction Safety Manager.
• MSHA Part 48 experience preferred.
• Heavy Civil/Infrastructure or Vertical/Commercial experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management preferred.
• OSHA Outreach Trainer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support of all Safety Programs for the office, Safety Team, jobsites, trade partners, and field staff.
• Conduct monthly Comprehensive Safety Program Assessments across projects and evaluate compliance.
• Review safety audits, observations and documentation to ensure standards are met.
• Analyze safety data for trends and training opportunities.
• Develop and manage the annual safety training calendar including OSHA/MSHA, CPR and First Aid.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Training & development

Team leadership

Documentation & reporting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

OSHA Outreach Trainer (OSHA 10 & 30)

CHST or CSP certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Safety Director is the leader of the Safety Team. They are responsible for the development,
implementation, and oversight of a comprehensive safety program, ensuring compliance with OSHA and MSHA
regulations. Through coordination and support of the Safety Team, they will promote the Culture of Safety
at all levels of the organization. The Safety Director will organize, schedule, and track safety training to keep the
workforce at the top of industry in safety awareness and education. The Safety Director will serve as a partner andmentor for all personnel, fostering a collaborative safety culture. The Safety Director will be the subject matterexpert for all things safety and health and will provide educated opinions to leadership when safety or
environmental health related issues arise.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Core Duties / Responsibilities:

• The Safety Director provides overall supervision and support of all Safety Programs as applicable to
  the corporate office, the Safety Team, Jobsites, Trade Partners, and all field staff.
• Conduct and document monthly Comprehensive Safety Program Assessments on all assigned
  projects, evaluating compliance and effectiveness.
• Review safety audits, observations, and documentation across the organization ensuring compliance
  standards are met.
• Analyze safety data and documentation for trends and training opportunities.
• Perform and document jobsite visits in the field to assist the project team in recognizing, evaluating,
  and mitigating safety and/or industrial hygiene issues.
• Participate in pre-job planning and start-up, including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Written Silica
  Exposure Control Plans, Site-Specific Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), etc.
• Review critical safety plans (EAPs, Silica Control Plans, Crane/Hoisting Plans, Confined Space entry
  plans, etc.) across the organization to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Provide technical assistance to all levels of personnel on technology utilized to facilitate the
  management of safety programs and protocols.
• Take Part in Safety, Trade Group and internal Corporate subcommittees as requested and
  appropriate.
• Conduct root-cause analyses (RCAs) for all personnel injuries and accidents involving company
  assets.
• Work with insurance companies and human resources to manage workers comp claims,
  inquiries, and disputes.
• Develop and manage the Weekly Toolbox Talks, working with field management to ensure that current
  and appropriate subjects are being addressed.
• Assess overall training needs for the Company, manage "train the trainer" sessions, and develop the
  annual training calendar for all safety trainings, including OSHA/MSHA, CPR, and First Aid refreshers.
• Ensure that training certifications are regularly and accurately tracked, updated, and available to the
  employee and organization.
• Monitor lost-time injuries and illnesses, completing First Reports of Injury in a timely manne

Education / Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Construction Safety Manager (Required)
• MSHA Part 48 Experience (Preferred)
• Heavy Civil/Infrastructure experience 2 years (Preferred)
• Vertical/Commercial experience 2 years (Preferred)
• Bachelor’s Degree Construction Management (Preferred)
• OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer (OSHA 10 & 30) (Preferred)
• Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST) -(minimum) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  (Preferred)
• Bilingual, English/Spanish (Preferred)

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of safety management principles and required governmental
  reporting.
• Motivated self-starter with demonstrated ability to work both independently and with others in a team
  environment with the ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, manage time, and handle tight deadlines
  under minimal supervision.
• Display a respect for confidentiality and proven ability to navigate through difficult situations with
  employees, trade partners, clients, and OSHA inspectors.
• Exhibit a strong regard for organizing and prioritizing, as well as an ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written &verbal communication skills and technical aptitude with various software
  platforms.
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective organization skills
• Demonstrates resilience in challenging situations.
• Prioritizes safety.
• Shows adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Engages in interactive communication.
• Proficient in project management.
• Capable problem solver.

Physical Requirements:

OFFICE % of Work Time
Must have the ability to remain in a seated position. 90%
Must have the ability to speak, write and comprehend English language. 100%
Must have the ability to lift office products and supplies, up to 20 lbs. 20%
Must have the ability to hear clearly. 100%
Must have the ability to stoop, kneel, bend and reach. 10%
Must have dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard