Safety Director

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a general contractor in the Baltimore region seeking a Safety Director to lead their company-wide safety program and culture. Reporting to the COO, this role serves as the senior authority on safety"”setting strategy, ensuring compliance, and driving accountability across all projects.This position blends strategic leadership with hands-on field oversight: developing and implementing best-in-class safety programs while managing training, inspections, audits, certifications, and risk mitigation. The Safety Director also oversees third-party safety professionals when engaged, ensuring all efforts align with company standards and culture.Key Responsibilities:Lead the company's safety vision, culture, and accountability across all projectsEnsure compliance with OSHA, federal, state, local, and client safety requirementsOversee training programs, certifications, inspections, audits, and incident investigationsTrack and maintain required safety logs and reports (OSHA, client, internal)Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Subcontractors to proactively identify and resolve safety issues on-site.Provide oversight of third-party safety professionals when engagedQualifications:7-10 years of construction safety experience, including 3-5 years in a leadership role with a self-performing GC or specialty contractorOSHA 500 required; CHST or CSP strongly preferredProven ability to lead cultural change and engage field teamsStrong technical knowledge of safety regulations with experience applying them in the fieldBachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Management, or related field preferred; excellent communication skills

Created: 2025-09-28