What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Director position at Place Services, Inc.?
Place Services, Inc. has an immediate need for a Safety Director to be based out of our corporate HQ in Canton, GA.
The Safety Director is a strategic, hands-on safety expert with deep experience in commercial construction who thrives in the field and is passionate about cultivating a safety-first culture. This individual is not just compliance-driven but also brings energy and innovation to engage field teams at all levels. This person is a visible presence on job sites, connecting directly with crews, leading by example, and instilling a sense of shared responsibility for safety.
They are confident in designing and implementing comprehensive safety programs that are field-focused, highly engaging, and measurable. They understand how to turn safety from a requirement into a core value. The right candidate will be a trusted partner to superintendents, project managers, and executive leadership — aligning safety initiatives with operational goals to deliver consistent, safe project execution.
Who We Are:
Place Services Inc. is a leading commercial construction company with our headquarters based in Canton, Georgia. Since 2006 we have grown largely due to how we view and treat our customers. We also provide our employees with a culture that allows for growth and the opportunity to learn more about construction in the local and nationwide markets.
We offer our employees a competitive base salary with bonus potential, as well as medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance. Place Services Inc. contributes to your 401K upon your eligibility to participate in the program and offers a generous PTO program along with paid holidays.
Growing from a team of 4 at inception to over 800 strong today, we assist our clients by providing them with construction excellence in service and product in every front available and needed. Our depth of clients expertise ranges from the grocery industry to big box retail as well as both state and Federal government projects in military and healthcare.
Key attributes of the ideal candidate include:
- A proven track record of driving safety improvements and reducing incidents across multiple active job sites.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate field teams.
- A data-driven mindset to establish KPIs, track trends, and use insights to continuously improve safety performance.
- The confidence to take ownership of a large-scale safety program and the humility to learn from the field.
- Ability to train, coach, and mentor field staff and junior safety professionals in a clear, practical way.
- Passionate about creating a safety culture that goes beyond compliance, making safety part of “how we work.”
What You’ll Do:
- Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive safety program tailored to PSI’s field operations, with clear metrics to measure effectiveness.
- Conduct frequent job site safety audits and inspections to ensure full compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and industry best practices.
- Develop and deliver engaging, practical safety training programs for all levels of field staff, from onboarding to ongoing education.
- Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective and preventative measures.
- Create and maintain project-specific safety and emergency action plans (JSA’s & EAPs), customized for each job site.
- Monitor and enforce subcontractor safety performance, ensuring alignment with PSI safety standards.
- Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and foremen to proactively identify and mitigate job site risks.
- Analyze trends in safety performance and generate monthly safety reports for leadership review.
- Lead weekly toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, and other high-visibility safety initiatives.
- Maintain all safety-related documentation, including training records, inspection logs, incident reports, and OSHA logs.
- Recommend and administer corrective actions or disciplinary measures when safety violations occur.
- Stay current on changes to OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ANSI, and local/state safety codes, updating internal protocols accordingly.
- Represent PSI in external safety audits or inspections and manage regulatory agency interactions.
- Mentor and develop field-based safety personnel to support professional growth and consistency across regions.
What You Bring:
- 7 years of experience in construction safety management, with a strong emphasis on commercial construction.
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification required; OSHA 510/500, CHST, or CSP preferred.
- Demonstrated success in designing and implementing field-level safety programs with measurable results.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1926 & 1910, EPA regulations, and industry-specific safety standards.
- Proven ability to lead incident investigations, compile reports, and develop thorough corrective action plans.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; capable of delivering impactful training material and toolbox talks.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management platforms (e.g., Procore Safety, iAuditor, Predictive Solutions, Cority, BBS, etc).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
- Willingness to travel regularly to job sites across PSI’s project footprint.
- Travel can be up to 33% to ensure engagement and alignment with field teams.
What We Offer:
- We provide a competitive compensation package, including a base salary with bonus potential, comprehensive health benefits, a 401K program, generous PTO, and paid holidays. At PSI, you'll be part of a company that values teamwork, integrity, and growth.
As an EEO employer, Place Services, Inc. is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Place Services, Inc. shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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