Director of Safety

Shaw Construction

$150K — $160K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year degree in Safety & Health or equivalent preferred
  • 3+ years of safety experience in building construction or equivalent education and field experience
  • Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Physical ability to access active construction sites

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Shaw's safety program
  • Conduct preconstruction planning and Job Hazard Analysis
  • Review subcontractor safety plans
  • Perform site safety audits with safety consultants
  • Lead OSHA investigations
  • Develop lessons learned from inspections and incorporate into training
  • Coordinate and conduct safety orientation and training programs
  • Compile safety compliance reports for leadership
  • Investigate and report Workers' Compensation claims
  • Assist project teams with Storm Water Management
  • Administer motor vehicle record check program
  • Oversee project-assigned safety personnel

Benefits

  • PTO and 401(k)
  • Full health benefits
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
Full Job Description
Director of Safety | Shaw Construction | Colorado

This is a hands-on, field-facing position responsible for planning, implementing, and managing safety programs that protect our people and reduce risk across all active projects. You'll work closely with senior leadership, project teams, and subcontractors to build a strong safety culture at Shaw.

What You'll Do
  • Develop and administer Shaw's safety program, including Hazard Communication and Chemical Inventory oversight
  • Conduct preconstruction planning and Job Hazard Analysis for all projects
  • Review subcontractor safety plans and assist in prequalification efforts
  • Perform site safety audits alongside our outside Safety Consultant and/or insurance carrier representatives
  • Lead OSHA investigations and formal site visits as needed
  • Develop "lessons learned" from inspections and incorporate into ongoing training
  • Coordinate and deliver safety orientation and training programs company-wide
  • Ensure all employees are issued appropriate PPE at onboarding
  • Compile quarterly and annual safety compliance reports for senior leadership
  • Investigate and report Workers' Compensation and insurance claims
  • Assist project teams with Storm Water Management and compliance
  • Administer the motor vehicle record check program in partnership with our Corporate Resource Manager
  • Oversee project-assigned safety personnel in collaboration with on-site PMs and Superintendents

Travel

This role requires approximately 30% travel per month to visit project sites across Colorado and surrounding markets.

What You Bring
  • 4-year degree in Safety & Health or equivalent (preferred), plus 3+ years of safety experience in building construction-or a strong combination of education and field experience
  • Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques
  • Strong leadership, communication, and training skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to plan and schedule company-wide training, inspections, and related activities
  • Physical ability to access active construction sites (climbing ladders, stairs, hoists; lifting up to 75 lbs)

Certifications (preferred or willing to obtain)
  • OSHA 30 (required) | Goal: OSHA 500
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager

What We Offer
  • $150,000-$160,000 DOE
  • PTO, 401(k), and full health benefits
  • A supportive, collaborative team environment

Exempt | Full-Time |

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