Safety Director; Construction

Safety Director | Leadership Opportunity with a Chicagoland Contractor

Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 per year

A well-established and rapidly growing heavy civil contractor is seeking a Corporate Safety Director to lead enterprise-wide safety strategy, compliance, risk management, and operational safety performance across multiple divisions and active construction operations throughout the Chicagoland. This executive-level leadership role is ideal for a strategic safety professional who thrives in an office environment while still maintaining strong connectivity to field operations.

The organization performs large-scale infrastructure, site development, earthwork, utility, and roadway projects and is known for its long-term stability, strong culture, and operational excellence.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role with a respected contractor that values long-term employees, operational excellence, and a proactive approach to safety. The company continues to invest heavily in its people, technology, equipment, and infrastructure while maintaining a strong commitment to employee wellbeing and organizational growth.

• Competitive base salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Executive leadership visibility and advancement opportunities
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Gas card and company‑paid travel expenses (when applicable)
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit sharing opportunities
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Cell phone and laptop allowance/company‑provided equipment
• Stable backlog of work and long‑term job security
• Family‑oriented company culture
• Employee appreciation events and team outings
• Strong investment in equipment, technology, and operational support
• Opportunity to help shape company‑wide strategy and culture
• Autonomy and influence within a growing organization

The Corporate Safety Director will oversee all aspects of the company’s safety program, including compliance, policy development, training strategy, risk mitigation, claims management, incident prevention, and safety culture initiatives across the organization. This individual will work closely with executive leadership, operations, HR, insurance partners, and field teams to ensure consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the business.

• Lead the company‑wide safety vision, strategy, and long‑term initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve corporate safety policies and procedures.
• Standardize safety processes and expectations across all divisions and jobsites.
• Oversee company‑wide OSHA compliance and regulatory readiness.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Analyze safety trends, EMR performance, claims data, and KPI reporting.
• Partner with executive leadership on risk management and operational planning.
• Oversee safety budgeting, training programs, and departmental resources.
• Coordinate with insurance carriers, brokers, and third‑party safety consultants.
• Lead and mentor regional or field safety personnel.
• Ensure consistency in onboarding, orientation, and recurring training initiatives.
• Support preconstruction teams with safety planning and client compliance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and strengthen overall company safety culture.

• 10+ years of construction safety experience with progressive leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading safety programs at a corporate or multi‑project level.
• Strong background in heavy civil, infrastructure, earthwork, utilities, paving, or related construction sectors.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA regulations, risk management, and compliance standards.
• Experience managing safety metrics, EMR performance, and claims reduction strategies.
• Strong executive communication and leadership abilities.
• OSHA 500, CHST, CSP, or related certifications preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

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