Director of Safety

Director of Safety

Omaha, NE, Des Moines, IA, Wichita, KS

Position Summary

The Safety Director develops, implements, and leads the Company's comprehensive safety strategy across all branch locations. This role ensures compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulations while fostering a culture where every employee returns home safely each day. The position partners with operations and executive leadership to reduce risk, improve safety performance, and build accountability across the organization.

Essential Responsibilities

• Leadership
• Compliance
• Field Operations
• Incident Management
• Training & Development
• Fleet & Equipment
• Risk Management & Reporting

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 7+ years construction/commercial mechanical safety. 3+ years leadership. Preferred: CSP, CHST, OSHA 500, First Aid/CPR Instructor, DOT experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Leadership
• Coaching
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Project Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

• Walk active construction sites.
• Climb ladders.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Wear required PPE.

Performance Expectations

• Reduce incidents.
• Improve safety participation.
• Complete audits on time.
• Maintain regulatory compliance.

Core Competencies

• Leadership
• Accountability
• Integrity
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement

Working Conditions

Office, construction sites, mechanical rooms, rooftops, and outdoor environments.

Reporting Relationships

Reports To: President or COO Direct Reports: Safety Coordinators (future growth), Safety Committee Members

Travel Requirements

Approximately 50% travel throughout Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri.