Associate Director, Construction & Project Safety, Research Compliance

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION & PROJECT SAFETY, Research Compliance

Inside Higher Ed is seeking an Associate Director, Construction & Project Safety, Research Compliance to lead safety processes for construction and renovation projects across Boston University Medical Campus and Boston Medical Center properties.

Position Type: Full-Time / Regular
Location: Boston, MA, United States
Salary Range: $ - $ (Grade 50)

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee construction safety programs, policies, and procedures such as Pre-Construction Risk Assessments, NFPA 241 compliance, infection control risk assessments, hot work permitting, safety occupancy checklists, site inspections and incident reporting.
• Serve as the primary EHS liaison for construction and renovation projects, attending planning meetings and ensuring health and safety concerns are addressed.
• Collaborate with BU space, design, and project managers to incorporate safety requirements into design documentation and obtain sign‑off on regulatory components.
• Conduct routine site visits to verify compliance, document conditions, and manage corrective action plans.
• Maintain records of site inspections, accident and incident reports, contractor safety training, and contractor safety officer interactions.
• Review construction inspection findings, identify trends, and develop corrective action plans.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of related experience, preferably in higher education.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and experience implementing construction safety programs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to engage with contractors, designers, and EHS teams.

Benefits: Generous medical, dental, retirement, and tuition remission benefits as part of a large university environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.