Safety Director

Sheakley; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Life Insurance

401(k)

Gas Card for Travel

Small Relocation Assistance for Well-Qualified Candidates

Job summary

Sheakley is hiring a Safety Director for a well-established general contractor in Hartford, CT. This leadership role involves overseeing safety protocols across various construction projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, and driving a proactive safety culture. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in construction safety and hold necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• OSHA 500 Certification (authorized to teach OSHA 10/30).
• 7-10 years of construction safety experience with leadership roles.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enforce the company's corporate safety program.
• Conduct OSHA training courses.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are executed.

Skills

Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Construction safety expertise

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management software

Job description

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Safety Director

Since 1963, Sheakley has been a leader in safety management outsourcing. We're currently hiring for an experienced Safety Director for our client based in Hartford, CT. Suppose you're a proactive leader with deep expertise in construction safety and a passion for cultivating safe work sites. In that case, this is a high-impact opportunity with a well-established New England-based general contractor.

Job Title: Safety Director

Location: Hartford, CT (Home Office)

Start Date: 6/16/2025

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000

• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Gas Card for Travel
• Small Relocation Assistance for Well-Qualified Candidates

Schedule:

Monday - Friday | 40 hours/week | Occasional travel to regional project sites

About the Company:

With over 70 years in the construction and environmental contracting industry, this New England-based contractor is known for delivering high-quality projects ranging from infrastructure and remediation to high-end renovations. They maintain a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and client satisfaction.

Position Overview:

The Safety Director will lead the company's safety division, overseeing the implementation and enforcement of safety protocols across various construction and environmental projects. This includes regulatory compliance, employee training, and strategic safety planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and enforce the company's corporate safety program
• Conduct OSHA 10- and 30-hour training courses
• Update and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety policies
• Conduct job site audits to ensure OSHA and company safety compliance
• Investigate incidents, perform root cause analyses, and ensure corrective actions are executed
• Collaborate with project teams to drive a proactive safety culture
• Maintain safety documentation and compliance reports
• Serve as the point of contact for safety-related matters with regulators and stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• OSHA 500 Certification (authorized to teach OSHA 10/30)
• 7-10 years of construction safety experience, with prior leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and multi-site safety program management
• Experience in both general construction and environmental safety preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety management software
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel as needed (gas card provided)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Management, or related field
• Regional experience managing multi-project safety programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Consulting

• Industries

  Construction

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