Lift Director

About the Role

We are looking for a Lift Director to join our Safety team on our project in Hanging, OH. This is a full-time, in-person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage safety efforts on large-scale mission-critical, aviation, and other complex projects by collaborating with project superintendents, project managers, and client safety representatives to execute Holder’s “Plan. Execute. Learn” Safety Culture.


• Implement industry best practices to promote a world-class safety culture focused on preventing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs).


• Manage and mentor trade partners to ensure robust and effective safety programs on-site.


• Provide technical expertise to proactively manage hazardous energy control, crane lifts, and other high-risk activities, ensuring appropriate safety measures are in place.


• Manage site-specific insurance programs and assist with case/injury management.


• Track and analyze safety data to support proactive safety management.


• Oversee safety material and equipment procurement to support project needs and Holder self-perform work.


• Monitor daily construction activities for compliance with OSHA and company policies.


• Coordinate on-site training, wellness programs, and Holder/client-driven safety initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• 10+ years of construction safety experience managing complex, large-scale projects (e.g., mission-critical, heavy industrial, oil/gas).


• Formal safety training and competency in hazardous energy control, LOTO, scaffolding, crane management, steel erection, emergency response, fall management, excavation and confined space, rigging, hazardous waste, and erosion control.


• Ability to identify and correct safety deficiencies in the field.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other technology tools supporting safety efforts.

Preferred:

• Experience with a general contractor and managing large safety teams.


• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management or related field.


• Professional safety certifications (e.g., CSP, CHST, SMS).

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.