Construction Safety Director

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC is a well-established company that has set the standards for exceptional quality, on-time service, and wrapped itself in friendly customer service in the. Arden has proven itself as a place to provide career opportunities for an individual to master their craft, earn competitive wages, and to make an impact in the lives of our employees, customers, and community.

While working for us expect to work in an environment that is employee centric or in other words employee focused and most of all where your hard work is appreciated, recognized, and rewarded. The success of the company and your future is directly impacted by your daily contributions. If you are looking to be a part of something more than just a job – Make the move, apply today!

Arden Engineering Constructors, LLC has been waiting for you!

Arden Engineering / Arden Building Companies is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Safety Director to join our team. This critical role will work closely with both our field staff and upper management to foster and maintain a culture of safety above all else. The Safety Director will be instrumental in ensuring all job sites comply with safety regulations and industry standards, working in both the field and the office to develop and implement effective safety programs.

Responsibilities:

• Safety Program Management: Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive safety programs, including job-specific safety plans, job hazard analysis (JHA), and crane pick plans.
• Supervise Safety Managers/Personnel: Supervise their production, training, etc.
• Field Oversight: Provide hands-on leadership in the field to ensure safe practices are followed at all times. Regularly visit job sites to monitor safety compliance, provide guidance to crews, and identify potential hazards.
• Training & Education: Lead and conduct weekly toolbox talks, safety training sessions, and ongoing education programs for employees to ensure they are knowledgeable about safety protocols and best practices.
• Collaboration with Management & Contractors: Work closely with upper management to continuously improve safety protocols. Communicate and coordinate with general contractors regarding project-specific safety requirements, ensuring all parties are aligned on safety expectations.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay up to date with local, state, and federal safety regulations, ensuring the company adheres to OSHA standards and other relevant safety guidelines.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations for any workplace safety incidents, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Safety Audits & Reporting: Conduct regular safety audits and provide detailed reports on safety performance, ensuring timely follow-up on all safety-related matters.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of safety programs, training, incidents, and compliance with safety standards.
• Previous experience in a similar safety director or safety management role in a commercial construction environment is preferred.
• Pay to be determined on experience

Key Skills:

• Safety program development and implementation
• OSHA regulations and compliance
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Training and educational program delivery
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Arden Building Companies is committed to the health and safety of our employees. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated Safety Director / Coordinator who will help us continue our mission to provide exceptional services in a safe and secure environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5-10 years' experience in construction safety/OSHA requirements or completion of a bachelor's degree in Safety Administration or related area.
• Ability to day travel (up to 50%) in the RI/MA area with limited day travel in CT.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills to effectively communicate with employees, customers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively multi-task.
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word software.

About Us:

Arden Building Companies is the holding company for Arden Engineering Constructors, Corporate Mechanical of New England, Earthwise Energy Technologies, MJ Daly, and Unique Metal Works. Our comprehensive skill sets cover a wide range of services, including mechanical, electrical, and fire protection construction, service, maintenance, and building automation. With our extensive experience and talented teams, we provide the utmost level of quality and solutions for the demands of today’s complex building systems. We are New England’s premier mechanical contractor.

Arden Building Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our success directly reflects the skills, experience, and dedication of our people. To help them succeed, we strive to provide a positive, productive work environment based upon both mutual respect and a commitment to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. We recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. All our employees share the responsibility for supporting our policies for a harassment-free and drug-free workplace.