Construction Safety Director - OSHA 500 and 510 required

About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established construction contractor seeking an experienced Safety Director to lead and continuously improve their company-wide safety program. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance, fostering a strong safety culture, and partnering with field leadership across multiple active construction projects. The majority of projects are located throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, with occasional travel required to visit projects outside of the area.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company's overall health and safety program across multiple construction projects.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve company safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Conduct regular jobsite safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries while identifying corrective and preventative actions.
• Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing employee training.
• Partner with project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to proactively identify and mitigate jobsite hazards.
• Maintain OSHA logs, safety documentation, certifications, and compliance records.
• Coordinate return-to-work programs and assist with workers' compensation claims when necessary.
• Track safety metrics and prepare reports for executive leadership.
• Promote a culture where safety is a core value throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• OSHA 500 Certification (Required)
• OSHA 510 Certification (Required)
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) Certification (Required)
• Current CPR & First Aid Certification (Required)
• 7+ years of construction safety experience with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• Experience supporting commercial, industrial, civil, or specialty trade contractors is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and training abilities.
• Ability to build strong relationships with field personnel while maintaining accountability.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Compensation & Benefits

The company offers a base salary of $145,000-$175,000, performance bonus potential, and a range of benefits including a company truck, gas card, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.