Lead and manage Shaw Construction’s company-wide safety program: conduct JHAs, site audits, OSHA investigations, deliver training, oversee PPE and subcontractor safety, compile compliance reports, and manage incident and workers' comp investigations across projects.
Director of Safety | Shaw Construction | Colorado
Shaw Construction is a Colorado-based general contractor specializing in multifamily and workforce housing projects across the Front Range, Western Slope, and mountain markets. We're looking for a driven, experienced Safety Manager to lead and grow our company-wide safety program.
About the Role
This is a hands-on, field-facing position responsible for planning, implementing, and managing safety programs that protect our people and reduce risk across all active projects. You'll work closely with senior leadership, project teams, and subcontractors to build a strong safety culture at Shaw.
What You'll Do
- Develop and administer Shaw's safety program, including Hazard Communication and Chemical Inventory oversight
- Conduct preconstruction planning and Job Hazard Analysis for all projects
- Review subcontractor safety plans and assist in prequalification efforts
- Perform site safety audits alongside our outside Safety Consultant and/or insurance carrier representatives
- Lead OSHA investigations and formal site visits as needed
- Develop "lessons learned" from inspections and incorporate into ongoing training
- Coordinate and deliver safety orientation and training programs company-wide
- Ensure all employees are issued appropriate PPE at onboarding
- Compile quarterly and annual safety compliance reports for senior leadership
- Investigate and report Workers' Compensation and insurance claims
- Assist project teams with Storm Water Management and compliance
- Administer the motor vehicle record check program in partnership with our Corporate Resource Manager
- Oversee project-assigned safety personnel in collaboration with on-site PMs and Superintendents
Travel
This role requires approximately 30% travel per month to visit project sites across Colorado and surrounding markets.
What You Bring
- 4-year degree in Safety & Health or equivalent (preferred), plus 3+ years of safety experience in building construction-or a strong combination of education and field experience
- Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques
- Strong leadership, communication, and training skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to plan and schedule company-wide training, inspections, and related activities
- Physical ability to access active construction sites (climbing ladders, stairs, hoists; lifting up to 75 lbs)
Certifications (preferred or willing to obtain)
- OSHA 30 (required) | Goal: OSHA 500
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager
Why Shaw
At Shaw, you'll join a collaborative, team-first culture where people genuinely look out for each other — on the jobsite and in the office. We're proud of the work we do and the communities we build in, and we invest in the people who make it happen.
What We Offer
- $150,000-$160,000 DOE
- PTO, 401(k), and full health benefits
- A supportive, collaborative team environment
Exempt | Full-Time | Shaw Construction is an equal opportunity employer.
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