Director of Safety

About the Role

A rapidly growing structural steel contractor is seeking a Director of Safety to build one of the strongest safety cultures in the industry. This role focuses on protecting people, coaching field teams, and making a real impact on complex commercial and industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee structural steel erection projects
• Conduct field safety audits and inspections
• Develop and deliver new hire orientation and safety training
• Lead incident prevention and risk mitigation efforts
• Perform jobsite inspections and safety meetings
• Provide field coaching to teams

Requirements

• 5+ years of construction safety experience
• Structural steel or heavy industrial construction experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Ability to conduct jobsite inspections, safety meetings, and field coaching
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Qualifications

• OSHA certifications required (CSHO or CSP is a plus)

Benefits

• Join a rapidly growing contractor with a strong project backlog
• Safety is a core value, not just a compliance requirement
• Opportunity to establish safety protocols supported by leadership
• Exposure to large, technically challenging projects
• Company investment in training, mentorship, and professional development