Safety Director - General Construction

About the role

A leading construction organization, represented by Kimmel & Associates, is hiring a Safety Director in Herndon, VA. The role provides strategic leadership and oversight of the company's safety program, working with executive leadership, project teams, field personnel and subcontractors to minimize risk, maintain regulatory compliance and promote a proactive safety culture. The salary range is $200,000 - $250,000 per year.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee company-wide safety policies, procedures and strategic initiatives, and establish consistent safety standards across projects and operations.
• Lead, mentor and develop safety personnel, and support project managers, superintendents and field leadership.
• Conduct jobsite inspections, safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations, and evaluate subcontractor safety programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements and industry safety standards.
• Analyze safety performance metrics, identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training, orientations, toolbox talks and continuing education.
• Integrate safety planning into project execution, scheduling and preconstruction, and advise executive leadership on safety performance and risk mitigation.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, reporting systems and regulatory records, and stay current on regulatory changes and emerging risks.

Required profile

• Significant experience in construction safety management with a track record of increasing responsibility.
• Previous senior safety leadership experience (e.g., Safety Director, Regional Safety Manager, Corporate Safety Manager) preferred.
• Background in general contracting, commercial construction, MEP, industrial construction or related sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, construction management or a related field preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as CSP, CHST or OSHA 30-hour training preferred.

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, hazard identification and risk management.
• Demonstrated ability to build and run safety programs across multiple projects and locations.
• Incident investigation, root-cause analysis, corrective action and safety performance metrics.
• Strong communication, leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence employees, subcontractors and senior leaders.

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development, continuing education and support for industry certifications.
• Career advancement opportunities within an established construction organization.