Project Director Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Title: Project Safety Director
Location: Allentown, PA
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent Placement
Type: W2 - Direct HireCompensation
Rate: $150,000-$175,000 annually + performance-based bonus incentiveSchedule
Hours: 40+ hours per week, with some projects requiring up to 58 hours
Schedule: Project-based schedule
Shift: Day Shift / Project DependentProject Scope
The Project Safety Director will provide site-based Environmental, HealthSafety leadership for a high-risk construction project valued at approximately $1B or greater. This individual will oversee approximately 4-10 safety representatives and work closely with project senior leadership, operations teams, and the client.
The role requires a highly engaged, relationship-focused safety leader who can establish EH&S direction, influence project culture, and effectively interface with executives and clients. The Project Safety Director will serve as a key liaison between senior EH&S leadership and the client while driving continuous improvement and maintaining strong project safety standards.
This is a hands-on leadership position based 100% at the project, with time divided between the field office and active construction areas. The role includes significant documentation and administrative responsibilities, with the ability to delegate appropriate work across the safety team.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Safety or a related field with a minimum of 13 years of construction safety experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
CHST certification or willingness and ability to obtain CHST within 6 months of employment
OSHA 30 certification
Current CPR/First Aid/AED credentials
Extensive construction incident investigation experience
Demonstrated management experience, including directing and delegating the work of others
Experience managing project resources and budgets
Strong understanding of construction operations and safety practicesAdditional Requirements
Relationship-focused, engaging leadership approach rather than a compliance-only or "safety cop" mentality
Ability to work effectively with project executives, senior leadership, clients, and field personnel
Comfortable working 100% on the assigned project in both field and office environments
Comfortable managing extensive safety documentation and delegating administrative responsibilities when appropriate
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, general computer systems, and related EHS applications
Ability to lead and influence teams in a large, high-risk construction environment
Operational construction background strongly preferred
Military background is a plus
Experienced Project Managers or Superintendents transitioning into safety may be considered when they possess strong safety knowledge and meet required credential expectationsKey Responsibilities

• Lead and manage incident investigations, including coordination, documentation, and follow-through on corrective actions
• Lead, direct, and enforce project Environmental, HealthSafety policies and practices
• Oversee and provide direction to approximately 4-10 project safety representatives
• Establish EH&S objectives and direction in collaboration with project senior leadership
• Communicate safety vision, expectations, and strategic direction across the project team
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives designed to achieve a best-in-class safety culture
• Serve as a key interface between senior EH&S leadership and the client
• Build productive relationships with executives, clients, operations leadership, supervision, and field personnel
• Manage EH&S resources and assigned budgets
• Maintain oversight of required safety documentation and delegate responsibilities across the project safety team
• Maintain a visible field presence while supporting the administrative requirements of a major construction project

Skills
Construction Safety Leadership
Environmental, HealthSafety Management
Incident Investigation
Team Leadership and Delegation
Client and Executive Relations
Safety Culture Development
Risk Management
Budget and Resource Management
Construction Operations
Safety Documentation
Microsoft Office
EHS Applications
Communication and Relationship ManagementKnowledge Base
Extensive knowledge of construction safety practices, EH&S program implementation, incident investigation, project risk management, safety documentation, and large-project operations. Strong understanding of how to lead multidisciplinary safety teams and integrate EH&S requirements with field operations while effectively communicating with project executives, clients, supervision, and craft personnel.Equal Opportunity
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