Safety Director

SAFETY DIRECTOR

Location - Columbus Ohio

PAY RATE: $90-95/HR

TYPICAL DUTIES •

- Conduct jobsite audits, hazard analyses, and detailed assessments of ongoing construction activities.

- Evaluate subcontractor safety plans and verify they meet company and contract standards.

- Lead companywide safety meetings and specialized safety workshops.

- Provide timely safety performance reporting to executive leadership.

- Oversee the review and approval of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), pre-task plans, and high-risk work procedures.

- Collaborate with project leaders to develop site-specific safety strategies, especially for complex or high-risk scopes.

- Implement systems to track safety metrics, leading indicators, and trends to drive continuous improvement.

- Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies such as OSHA during inspections or investigations.

- Ensure consistent application of safety policies across all divisions and project types.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS•

- Climb permanent and temporary stairs and ladders

- Stand for long periods of time

- Use of construction personnel hoist

- Navigate active construction sites consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material

- Use of vision, hands and fingers

- Speak, hear, stoop/bend crouch

- Lift/carry a minimum of 30 pounds

- Be able to wear standard PPE, i.e. hard hats, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles

- WORK ENVIRONMENT

- Office and field environments with exposure to

- Outdoor weather conditions

- Heavy machinery

- Loud noise

- Uneven ground, mud, and construction hazards

- Frequent travel to project sites as required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

- Associate’s degree or greater in Safety is preferred• High School diploma or GED required

- QUALIFICATIONS •

- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred; a combination ofexperience and education may be considered.

- 8 years of safety experience in construction, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership or director-level role.

- Deep understanding of construction operations, methods, sequencing, and high-risk activities.

- Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.

- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence behavior, and implement change across multiple projects or divisions. Experience writing safety policies, procedures, and training materials.

- Strong skills in communication, investigation, conflict resolution, and coaching.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.

- Valid driver's license and ability to maintain an acceptable MVR.DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS

- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

- Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)

- NFPA 70E Certified

- OSHA 500 or OTI certified

- HAZWOPER

- Completion of Industrial Training International’s Lift Director & Critical Lift Planning Course

- First Aid / CPR / AED.