Lift Director

Holder Construction•Culpeper, VA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

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. We are looking for a Lift Director to join our Safety team on our project in Culpeper, VA. This is a full-time, in-person position. We are seeking a highly skilled and safety‑driven Assistant Lift Director to support crane, rigging, and lifting operations across our project sites. This role is essential to maintaining a compliant, safe, and high‑performing work environment. The Assistant Lift Director will lead elements of our crane and rigging program, reinforce our Safety culture, and serve as a trusted partner to project teams.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of crane and rigging experience or equivalent education/experience.
Demonstrated ability to lead safety culture and support compliance initiatives.
Ability to provide clear direction, actively listen, and communicate best practices.
Ability to build trust with project teams, clients, and field personnel.
Ability to identify regulatory changes, manage company risk, and proactively communicate issues.
Strong prioritization, follow‑up, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

CCO Crane Operator and CCO Rigger 1 certifications preferred.
Approachable, open‑door leadership style
Ability to resolve conflict constructively and move teams forward
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills

Responsibilities

Conduct rigging inspections, monitor crane activities, and ensure safe lifting operations.
Review critical lift plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and ensure compliance with ANSI, ASME, and OSHA standards.
Assist in accident/incident investigations, gathering facts and data to support root‑cause analysis.
Conduct NCLP and rigging workshops; identify training needs for project teams.
Create daily HammerTech observations and inspections.
Participate in weekly Lift Director calls to help improve the crane and rigging program.
Maintain ownership of communication with superintendents, risk management, and project teams.
Lead and participate in pre‑lift meetings and safety orientations as needed.
Share expectations with subcontractor leadership and collaborate with owner representatives on safety requirements.
Identify new crane/rigging technologies and encourage teams to adopt beneficial innovations.
Champion a zero‑accident culture and serve as a direct reflection of the company’s risk management values.