BCSP certification (ASP, CSP, or CHST) required or in progress
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience with high-risk construction activities (e.g., crane & rigging, LOTO)
Proven track record in leading safety on large or complex construction projects
Responsibilities
Lead safety planning and execution aligned with project goals
Collaborate with project managers to integrate safety into planning
Develop and mentor Safety Coordinators and Senior Safety Coordinators
Oversee high-risk activities with a focus on Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) risk
Apply Energy-Based Safety principles in planning and execution
Review critical JHAs, MOPs, and lift plans for hazard control
Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions
Support preconstruction efforts to assess and mitigate risks
Build relationships with project teams, trade partners, and clients
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and certification
Collaborative work environment with experienced safety professionals
Engagement in high-stakes projects with significant impact
Support for career progression towards subject matter expertise
Access to advanced safety training and resources
Full Job Description
Position Summary
We are looking for an Assistant Safety Director to join our Safety team on our projects in Herndon, VA., Sterling, VA., Culpeper, VA., Manassas VA., Ashburn, VA., and Richmond, VA. The Assistant Safety Director provides leadership for safety planning, execution, and team development on complex construction projects. This role blends people leadership with strong technical capability, supporting project teams in integrating safety into planning and field execution. The Assistant Safety Director is expected to operate with increasing independence and is progressing toward subject matter expertise in high-risk activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead safety planning and execution in alignment with project leadership and operational goals
Partner closely with project managers and superintendents to proactively integrate safety into project planning and execution
Develop, coach, and mentor Safety Coordinators and Senior Safety Coordinators Ensure consistent implementation of Holder safety programs, processes, and expectations
Lead planning, review, and execution of high-risk activities (e.g., crane & rigging, energy isolation/LOTO, critical lifts, work at height, etc.), with a focus on Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) risk identification and mitigation
Apply and reinforce Energy-Based Safety principles (HECA, energy wheel, energy control) in planning and field execution to proactively manage exposure to high-risk energy sources
Review and provide guidance on critical JHAs, MOPs, lift plans, and energy control procedures to ensure effective hazard identification and control strategies
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation, with emphasis on identifying systemic gaps and preventing recurrence of high-consequence events
Support preconstruction and work planning efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risk prior to execution, particularly for high-risk and SIF-potential activities
Build and maintain strong relationships with project teams, trade partners, and clients
Support staffing, development, and performance of safety personnel
Qualifications
OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500 preferred
BCSP certification (ASP, CSP, or CHST required or in progress)
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Proven ability to lead safety efforts on large or complex construction projects
About The Dun & Bradstreet Corp
The Dun & Bradstreet Corporation is a company that provides commercial data, analytics, and insights for businesses. It is headquartered in Short Hills, a community in Millburn, New Jersey, U.S. The company offers a wide range of products and services for risk and finance, operations and supply, and sales and marketing professionals. Its database contains information on more than 360 million businesses worldwide. The company was founded in 1841 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol DNB.
