Wapakoneta, OH
Full-Time | Direct Hire | ASAP Start
Coverage Area: West Central Ohio to Northeast Indiana, Wapakoneta, OH to Fort Wayne, IN
Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 annually, dependent on experience
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Healthcare reimbursement program
401(k) with company match
Profit sharing
Hours: 40-45 hours per week
Travel: Approximately 65 percent to local job sites
All travel within a 90-minute radius
No overnight travel required
Company vehicles and fuel provided
This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Safety Director or Construction Safety Manager ready to step into a director role. The organization is a long-established regional general contractor with roots dating back to 1949 and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality facilities that serve communities for decades.
The company operates under a People First philosophy, emphasizing employee well-being, professional development, strong client partnerships, and community impact.
A Safety Manager ready to advance into a Director-level leadership role
A Safety Director seeking regional oversight without overnight travel
A construction safety leader who values culture, accountability, and long-term impact
The Safety Director will provide oversight across a diverse portfolio of construction projects, including:
Education facilities
Water and wastewater treatment plants
Civil and infrastructure projects
Government facilities
Industrial construction
Healthcare facilities
Correctional facilities
Lead company-wide construction safety strategy at the director level
Serve as the authority on safety policy, program direction, and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety and EHS programs
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal and state regulations
Conduct job site safety audits, inspections, and leadership walkthroughs
Provide leadership and guidance across multiple project teams and field safety personnel
Analyze incident data, trends, and leading indicators to drive proactive risk reduction
Partner with executive leadership and operations to embed safety into all phases of work
Promote accountability, engagement, and a strong safety culture across the organization
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field, preferred
BCSP certification preferred, STS-C, CHST, CSP, or equivalent
Proven experience as a Safety Director or senior construction safety leader
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and construction safety regulations
Demonstrated success implementing and managing effective safety programs
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
Direct hire, long-term leadership role
Local travel only, no overnight requirements
Competitive salary with profit sharing
Company-provided vehicle and fuel
Opportunity to shape safety culture at a senior leadership level
This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
If you are a construction safety professional seeking a senior leadership role with real influence, regional impact, and work-life balance, we encourage you to apply today.
