The Director of Safety is a senior leader responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of all health and safety programs across the organization. This role provides company-wide leadership for safety across aggregate operations, asphalt/heavy highway/civil construction, bridge construction, and transportation/logistics.
-
Develop and execute a company-wide safety strategy aligned with business objectives
-
Establish and promote a safety-first / zero incident culture across all divisions
-
Drive organizational alignment by standardizing safety programs and eliminating inconsistent practices across business units
-
Partner directly with executive and operational leadership to embed safety into daily decision-making
-
Ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, FMCSA, and all applicable regulations
-
Monitor regulatory changes and proactively adjust company programs
-
Lead company incident reporting, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking
-
Ensure consistent company-wide communication of incidents and learnings
-
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce incidents and severity rates
-
Define and implement safety programs including JSAs, audits, inspections, and behavioral safety initiatives
-
Develop and oversee company safety training programs and leadership development
-
Lead, develop, and mentor safety teams across all divisions
-
Design and execute internal audits and track key safety performance metrics
-
Partner with insurance and claims teams to reduce risk and manage incidents
-
10+ years of progressive safety leadership experience
-
Experience in construction, aggregates, heavy civil, or transportation environments
-
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, and/or related field preferred
-
Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, OSHA 30, or MSHA preferred
-
Deep knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and FMCSA regulations
-
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
-
Ability to influence across all levels of the organization
-
Self-motivated and driven leader
-
Operationally grounded with strong field understanding
-
Disciplined and structured in approach
-
Highly influential with ability to drive alignment
-
Results-oriented with focus on measurable outcomes
This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance and short and long-term disability.
EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled
Capital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
