Job Overview – Construction Safety Director:
Compensation: $125,000 – $145,000/year + bonus
Location: Chester, PA
Atlantic Group is seeking a Construction Safety Director for our client in Chester, PA. In this key leadership role, you’ll oversee safety operations for large-scale commercial construction projects across the Philadelphia region. Ideal for a seasoned professional with union experience and a background in healthcare and higher education builds, this role involves developing safety programs, ensuring full regulatory compliance, and fostering a proactive, site-wide safety culture.
Responsibilities as the Construction Safety Director:
- Safety Program Management: Develop and enforce safety protocols aligned with OSHA and company guidelines.
- Training & Certification: Lead safety training and ensure all site staff and subcontractors are properly certified.
- Site Inspections: Conduct regular job site audits, identify risks, and implement corrective actions.
- Incident Response: Investigate accidents or near-misses and drive preventative strategies.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations and reporting.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with union representatives, field teams, and contractors to uphold safety standards.
Qualifications for the Construction Safety Director:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field strongly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in construction safety leadership, preferably on commercial projects and within union environments.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), safety management systems, and reporting tools.
- Certifications: OSHA 30-hour (required), CHST or CSP certification preferred.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of OSHA standards, local building codes, and best practices in healthcare and higher education construction.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership and communication skills with a proactive, detail-oriented approach and a commitment to promoting a culture of safety.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.