Safety director

Job Title: Safety Director

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Safety Director to lead our safety and compliance initiatives across multiple locations.
• This role is pivotal in ensuring our projects, ranging from public and private housing to historical renovations, adhere to the highest safety standards.
• The ideal candidate will be located in Syracuse, NY, due to its proximity to our operational areas.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for all safety and compliance-related matters.
• Possess strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and other governmental safety compliance issues.
• Foster a strong safety culture across all organizational levels.
• Build relationships with team members to drive continuous safety improvement.
• Provide leadership and mentorship on safety-related requirements.
• Create, implement, and maintain health and safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, employee trainings, and hazard analysis.
• Lead accident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for employees and management.
• Maintain all required safety logs and files, including the OSHA 300 log.
• Prepare reports for management on safety performance and trends.
• Conduct onsite safety orientations for all employees on project sites.
  
  

Essential Skills

• OSHA 30 certification is required.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and relevant safety laws.
• Experience in safety management, construction safety, and EHS.
• Proficiency in site safety and safety program development.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience in the construction safety field.
• OSHA 500 certification is preferred.
  
  

Work Environment

• The work environment involves travel between various project sites, with a significant amount of time spent on the road.
• Projects can range from small sites with 20-30 individuals to larger sites with up to 130 individuals.
• The role includes a vehicle allowance and gas card, with the possibility of a company truck.
• The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) matching, health and dental insurance, an employee assistance program, and paid time off.
• Our corporate office is in Watertown, NY, with a regional office in Richmond, VA.
  
  

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Syracuse, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Syracuse,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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