Safety Director-Heavy Civil/Water/Wastewater
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Operations Manager -
Construction
Operations Manager
About the Company
The company is a long‑standing water and wastewater treatment plant contractor dedicated to delivering essential infrastructure that strengthens communities and protects the environment. They specialize in complex civil and environmental construction projects across the Midwest and South, with a strong emphasis on ground‑up water and wastewater treatment facilities.
About the PositionThe company is seeking an accomplished and highly proactive Safety Director to lead all corporate and project‑level safety initiatives. This role is central to cultivating a culture where safety is prioritized, championed, and embedded throughout every project and process.
The Safety Director will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of company wide safety programs across large-scale heavy civil projects. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting training and inspections, leading incident investigations, identifying hazards, and partnering closely with project leadership to mitigate risk.
This role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will serve as a visible, hands‑on leader across all regions of operation.
Key Responsibilities Include::
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
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- 10+ years of experience managing safety programs and controls.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in civil construction, ideally with wastewater/water treatment projects.
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- OSHA 30
- CSP or CHST strongly preferred
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- Knowledge of ground‑up construction of water/wastewater treatment plants.
- Strong understanding of heavy civil construction safety practices, regulations, and hazard mitigation.
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- Proven ability to lead, influence, and engage field and project teams.
- Strong communication, training, and problem‑solving abilities.
- Strategic mindset with hands‑on field presence.
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