Safety Director - Chesapeake Search Partners : Job Details

Construction Safety Director

Position Overview:

CSP is partnering with a family owned and operated construction concrete company. Our award-winning workmanship is known and respected by many of the area's most prestigious builders and developers. The Safety Director is responsible for overseeing companywide safety and risk control initiatives. This role involves developing safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting site inspections, providing training, and fostering a robust safety culture throughout the organization. Reporting directly to executive management, the position focuses on minimizing risk and promoting health and safety across all construction and concrete projects.

Responsibilities:

Program Development & Compliance:

• Develop and implement safety programs to mitigate risk and improve worker health
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards, including OSHA, MOSH, MDE, USACE, FMCSA, and EPA
• Regularly review and update company safety policies to reflect regulatory changes and industry best practices.

Project Safety Management:

• Advise management on safety challenges throughout project lifecycles, from bid phase to completion
• Develop site-specific safety plans and job hazard analyses tailored to construction and concrete operations.

Training & Employee Development:

• Coordinate and deliver safety training for employees through in-person sessions and third-party providers
• Lead safety programs for DOT compliance and company vehicle drivers.

Incident Tracking & Analysis:

• Investigate, document, and analyze incidents to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Monitor and track loss incidents and near-misses, using data to inform targeted training initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with USDOT and FMCSR regulations, including IFTA reporting and MCS150 submissions
• Administer the company's substance abuse program in accordance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

Insurance & Claims Management:

• Manage liability and workers' compensation insurance claims, ensuring timely resolution
• Review subcontractor insurance requirements and participate in corporate insurance plan evaluations and renewals.

Site Inspections & Client Collaboration:

• Visit, inspect, and evaluate construction jobsites to ensure adherence to safety protocols
• Partner with clients on safety planning and implementation to meet project-specific requirements.

Equipment Management:

Procure and distribute safety equipment, ensuring proper training in its use.

Qualifications:

• Construction background required, concrete highly preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction and concrete safety practices, standards, and regulations (e.g., OSHA, USDOT, FMCSA)
• Proven experience in safety program development, training, and compliance management
• Strong analytical skills to investigate incidents and implement effective preventive measures
• Leadership and communication skills to foster a culture of safety across all organizational levels