Assistant Safety Director

A leading company in heavy civil construction, is seeking an experienced Assistant Safety Director to oversee a team of Site Safety Supervisors across our North Carolina operations. This role is crucial in maintaining and improving our occupational safety and health performance across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of Site Safety Supervisors, ensuring consistent application of safety protocols across all project sites
• Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies and procedures for all construction projects
• Conduct regular safety/site audits and risk assessments to identify areas for improvement
• Oversee the investigation of accidents and incidents, ensuring accurate reporting and implementation of preventative measures
• Manage the budget for safety programs and equipment across multiple sites
• Develop and conduct comprehensive safety training classes for employees at all levels
• Create training presentations on various safety topics
• Travel extensively throughout North Carolina to visit client sites, providing updates on safety requirements (Up to 33%)
• Conduct regular site visits across the entire state to maintain a consistent safety culture
• Fill in and be full time as site safety manager as needed when existing site safety is out for vacation, PTO, etc.
• Preparation of site specific safety plans as required by specific projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in construction safety, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and other safety standards applicable to heavy civil construction
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in safety management systems and data analysis
• Valid state driver's license and ability to travel frequently to multiple project sites
• Strong presentation and communication skills

Required Certifications

• OSHA 510/530 Certification
• OSHA 500/502 Certification preferred
• Competency Trainer certification for Fall Protection, Excavation, and Trenching
• Flagger Training
• New Employee Orientation
• First Aid/CPR certification