Director of Safety Grand Junction CO

Director of Safety | Shaw Construction | Colorado Shaw Construction is a Colorado-based general contractor specializing in multifamily and workforce housing across the Front Range, Western Slope, and mountain markets. We're looking for a safety leader who coaches crews to work safely, not one who enforces rules from the sidelines.

About the Role

This hands-on, field-facing role plans, implements, and manages safety programs that protect our people and reduce risk on every active project. You'll spend real time on jobsites teaching, mentoring, and problem-solving alongside project teams and subcontractors. Reports to: General Superintendent and VP of Construction Operations What You'll Do Lead and administer Shaw's safety program, including Hazard Communication and Chemical Inventory Conduct preconstruction planning and Job Hazard Analysis for all projects Review subcontractor safety plans and support prequalification Perform site audits with our outside Safety Consultant and insurance carrier representatives Lead OSHA investigations and formal site visits as needed Turn lessons learned from inspections into practical, ongoing training Coordinate and deliver company-wide safety orientation and training Ensure employees receive the right PPE at onboarding Compile quarterly and annual safety compliance reports for senior leadership Investigate and report Workers' Compensation and insurance claims Support project teams with Storm Water Management and compliance Administer the motor vehicle record check program with our Corporate Resource Manager Coach and support project-assigned safety personnel alongside PMs and Superintendents Travel About 30% per month to project sites across Colorado and surrounding markets.

What You Bring 4-year degree in Safety and Health or equivalent preferred, plus 3+ years of safety experience in building construction, or a strong mix of education and field experience A teaching mindset. You'd rather show someone the right way than write them up. Strong leadership, communication, and training skills Working knowledge of safety and environmental principles Ability to plan and schedule company-wide training and inspections Proficiency in Microsoft Office Ability to access active jobsites: ladders, stairs, and hoists, and lifting up to 75 lbs Certifications OSHA 30 required at hire (goal: OSHA 500) Preferred or willing to obtain: CSP, CIH, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager Why Shaw You'll join a team-first culture where people look out for each other on the jobsite and in the office.

We're proud of the communities we build, and we invest in the people who build them.

What We Offer

Pay Type: Salary (exempt) Pay Range: $150,000�$160,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience Other Compensation: Bonus commensurate with individual performance, company performance, and experience Benefits: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Plan with Company Match Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contribution Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options Life and AD&D Insurance (company paid) and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance (employee paid) Long-Term Disability Insurance (company paid) Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance (employee paid) Full-Time | Exempt | Shaw Construction is an equal opportunity employer.