Safety Director

Job Description Safety Director - Construction | Baltimore Based | Washington DC/Baltimore Metro Projects Lead Safety for a Top Regional Construction Company | Direct COO Report | Standalone Leadership Role Kimball Construction is seeking a credentialed Safety Director to own our award-winning safety program. You'll report directly to the COO as the single point of safety authority across multiple active projects in the DC/Baltimore metro area. What makes this different: We've already built a sophisticated, data-driven safety program. You're not starting from scratch—you're enhancing an existing excellent program. Your Impact - What Success Looks Like This role is dynamic and field-oriented. You'll spend 3-4 days per week conducting safety evaluations at active project sites using digital platforms, building trust with Superintendents, PMs, and craft professionals as a supportive partner, leading incident investigations and root cause analysis, and traveling to projects across Washington DC, Baltimore metro, Frederick, and Delaware from our Baltimore office. Your office-based work (1-2 days per week) involves managing safety budgets, policy development, authoring weekly "Safety Flash" communications, creating Site-Specific Safety Plans, reviewing safety documents, and driving compliance with new regulations. What You Need to Win Required credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field (extensive experience considered in lieu of degree), OSHA 500 & 510 Certification (Authorized Outreach Trainer), ASP (Associate Safety Professional) certification minimum, currently pursuing CSP and/or CHST certification, First Aid/CPR certified, and 5+ years progressive construction safety experience (3+ years considered for exceptional candidates). Your profile should demonstrate strong relationship-building skills, proficiency with MS Office and safety management platforms, self-direction, field orientation, and strategic thinking to balance immediate safety needs with long-term program growth. What You'll Love About This Role Enjoy a direct reporting relationship to the COO, budget authority, work in a technology-forward environment, spend 75% of your time on active sites, be part of a safety-focused culture, receive support for professional growth, and work for a stable, regionally established company with a steady project pipeline. Company Culture Fit We're seeking a safety professional who values integrity, collaboration, data-driven decisions, continuous improvement, and proactive risk management. We want someone who believes in building trust-based safety programs rather than enforcing reactive compliance. Ready to Lead Safety Excellence? If you're a credentialed safety professional eager to own a top-tier safety program and make a measurable impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now—interviews start immediately for qualified candidates. Equal Opportunity Employer | All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of sex, race, religion, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Company Description Kimball Construction (KCC) has been a trusted leader in commercial construction for decades, serving the Baltimore-Washington area, Delaware, and surrounding regions. Our mission—"We Plan, Build, and Satisfy Safely"—guides our commitment to quality, service, and safety. Safety is the foundation of our culture, emphasizing proactive, collaborative, and trust-based practices. We value integrity, innovation, and teamwork, fostering an environment where safety and employee well-being are top priorities. Join us if you share these values and want to contribute to a company committed to its employees' safety and success.

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