Assistant Safety Director

The role

The Assistant Safety Director provides leadership for safety planning, execution, and team development on complex construction projects. This role supports project teams in integrating safety into planning and field execution.

What you will do

• Lead safety planning and execution in alignment with project leadership and operational goals
• Partner with project managers and superintendents to 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
• Apply and reinforce Energy-Based Safety principles in planning and field execution
• Review and provide guidance on critical JHAs, MOPs, lift plans, and energy control procedures
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Support preconstruction and work planning efforts to identify and mitigate risk
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project teams, trade partners, and clients

Required qualifications

• OSHA 30
• BCSP certification (ASP, CSP, or CHST required or in progress)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience supporting high-risk construction activities (crane & rigging, LOTO, etc.)
• Proven ability to lead safety efforts on large or complex construction projects

Nice to have

• 5+ years of relevant construction safety experience
• OSHA 500

Benefits

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

Before you apply

• Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment
• Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits

About the company

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list.