ABOUT US
Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance-driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Annual bonus program
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k)-retirement plan
- Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles
Position Summary
We are looking for an Assistant Safety Director to join our Safety team on our projects in LaGrange, GA. The Assistant Safety Director provides leadership for safety planning, execution, and team development on complex construction projects. This role blends people leadership with strong technical capability, supporting project teams in integrating safety into planning and field execution. The Assistant Safety Director is expected to operate with increasing independence and is progressing toward subject matter expertise in high-risk activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead safety planning and execution in alignment with project leadership and operational goals
- Partner closely with project managers and superintendents to proactively integrate safety into project planning and execution
- Develop, coach, and mentor Safety Coordinators and Senior Safety Coordinators
Ensure consistent implementation of Holder safety programs, processes, and expectations - Lead planning, review, and execution of high-risk activities (e.g., crane & rigging, energy isolation/LOTO, critical lifts, work at height, etc.), with a focus on Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) risk identification and mitigation
- Apply and reinforce Energy-Based Safety principles (HECA, energy wheel, energy control) in planning and field execution to proactively manage exposure to high-risk energy sources
- Review and provide guidance on critical JHAs, MOPs, lift plans, and energy control procedures to ensure effective hazard identification and control strategies
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation, with emphasis on identifying systemic gaps and preventing recurrence of high-consequence events
- Support preconstruction and work planning efforts to identify, assess, and mitigate risk prior to execution, particularly for high-risk and SIF-potential activities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with project teams, trade partners, and clients
- Support staffing, development, and performance of safety personnel
Qualifications
- 5+ years of relevant construction safety experience preferred
- OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500 preferred
- BCSP certification (ASP, CSP, or CHST required or in progress)
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated experience supporting high-risk construction activities (crane & rigging, LOTO, etc.)
- Proven ability to lead safety efforts on large or complex construction projects
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Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).
Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of relevant construction safety experience
- OSHA 30 certification
- OSHA 500 certification
- BCSP certification: ASP, CSP, or CHST; certification may be in progress
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Experience supporting high-risk construction activities, including crane and rigging and LOTO
- Ability to lead safety efforts on large or complex construction projects
Holder Construction Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Holder Construction and has not been reviewed or approved by Holder Construction.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual performance bonuses and merit increases are emphasized as meaningful parts of total compensation, with additional travel or shift differentials for eligible roles. These incentives are portrayed as rewarding and a notable highlight for field supervision and project management positions.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance options are offered, including telemedicine and coverage for employees’ families. The breadth of insurance choices is consistently presented as a strong element of the package.
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Retirement Support — A company-sponsored 401(k) with a discretionary match is included, alongside financial-planning resources. Retirement benefits are positioned as a core component of the overall offering.
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What We Do
Holder Construction is a leading national commercial construction company founded in 1960. Consistently ranking among the nation's top 20 contractors, they focus on strong relationships and high-quality buildings for Fortune 500 clients across 38 states, specializing in corporate offices, data centers, airports, and higher education facilities.
