What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Director position at Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc.?
Wright-Ryan has been at the heart of Maine’s construction landscape over the past four decades, crafting spaces that endure. Beyond the blueprint, our team of dedicated professionals sees each project as a partnership in realizing our clients' goals. From the initial stages through project completion, we provide insightful guidance, innovative solutions, and steadfast assistance.
Spanning Commercial, Institutional, and Residential sectors, our firm thrives on diverse and engaging projects. We prioritize a close-knit community and supportive environment, essential to our success as employee owners. At Wright-Ryan, we take pride in our reputation and our role in shaping Maine's great spaces.
Job Overview
The Safety Director will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of safety policies and programs across all Wright-Ryan facilities and construction sites, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This role requires a proactive and strategic individual who can lead safety initiatives, provide training, identify hazards, and work collaboratively to ensure a safe working environment at all times.
Job Requirements
- Foster and promote a culture of health and safety at Wright-Ryan.
- Lead the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Transportation (DOT), and other local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provide safety training and orientation for new employees and subcontractors as well as ongoing safety training for all employees.
- Conduct regular safety audits and inspections, preparing comprehensive reports with recommendations for corrective or preventative measures.
- Coordinate and conduct worksite safety inspections, assessments, surveys, and program evaluations on job sites to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with applicable safety and health regulations.
- Lead incident investigations, documenting all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities, and ensuring the implementation of corrective actions. Collaborate with employees, subcontractor personnel, and insurance carriers during investigations.
- Develop and review site-specific health and safety plans for bid proposals and preconstruction submittals for newly awarded projects.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all field documentation, including daily, weekly, and monthly reports, ensuring they align with established safety procedures.
- Monitor and track safety performance and statistics, providing regular updates and reports to senior leadership.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging safety regulations and construction industry trends.
- Develop and lead emergency response and first-aid procedures across all sites.
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5 years of experience in construction safety management including experience in a leadership role.
- OSHA certification (OSHA 30-hour construction minimum, OSHA 500 preferred).
- Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, with a proven track record of compliance and enforcement.
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams on safety protocols.
- Ability to train and motivate teams on safety protocols.
- First Aid/CPR certification (preferred).
- Knowledge and experience with construction software and technology (Procore and Microsoft Office) preferred.
Pay and Benefits
As a 100% employee-owned company, each employee owner shares in our financial success by receiving shares of company stock at no cost through our ESOP!
In addition to the many benefits of employee-ownership, we offer competitive pay and excellent benefits including an annual bonus pay plan, 401(k) retirement plan with match, insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident), paid time off, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
