Safety Director - Cityscape Recruitment USA : Job Details

Safety Director – Construction

Location: Piedmont, SC

Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per annum base

(Early finish every Friday at 11:30 AM!!!)

About the company

I am seeking a Construction Safety Director to oversee and drive safety excellence across industrial and environmental projects. This is a senior-level position responsible for ensuring compliance, shaping safety culture, and supporting project teams in delivering safe, high-quality work.

Role Overview

You will lead from the top—providing oversight, guidance, and accountability for safety managers and site teams. A large part of the role involves conducting jobsite visits, safety audits, and performance reviews while tracking key metrics and ensuring proactive risk management.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and guide project safety personnel to maintain and improve safety standards.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and audits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company policies.
• Track, analyze, and report on safety performance metrics.
• Develop strategies for continuous improvement in safety programs.
• Provide leadership and coaching to foster a strong safety culture across all levels of the company.
• Collaborate with project managers and superintendents to proactively mitigate risks.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Safety Manager/Director within construction.
• Strong background in industrial and/or environmental projects.
• Knowledge of utilities/electrical safety is a plus but not required.
• OSHA 510 or OSHA 501 certification is advantageous but not essential.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000 - $120,000 base plus performance bonus.
• 2 weeks PTO + 6 holiday days
• 100% company paid health & dental insurance (employee only)
• 401K
• Financial Wellness Coaching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Learning, Development, And Certifications
• Enjoy a friendly working culture with a tight-knit team
• 4.5-day working week with an early Friday finish at 11:30 AM.