Construction Safety Director - Mechanical Contractor, Kansas City

An established commercial mechanical and plumbing contractor in the Kansas City metro is hiring a full-time Safety Director to lead jobsite safety on commercial and industrial HVAC and plumbing projects. The role supports design-build work from in-house fabrication through field installation, on projects valued at $10M and above. This on-site position combines field inspections, incident investigation, OSHA compliance, and safety team development.

What We Offer

• $110,000-125,000 annual base salary opportunity.
• Employer-paid medical insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company vehicle for jobsite travel.
• Company-issued laptop and cell phone.

Key Responsibilities - Safety Director

• Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections on commercial and industrial HVAC and plumbing projects. Document hazards, recommend mitigation, and verify that corrective actions are completed.
• Lead incident investigations, including interviews, data compilation, photographs, and required documentation. Track findings through to closeout.
• Evaluate project safety plans and permits. Oversee fire protection and the storage and management of flammable and combustible materials.
• Act as the safety lead with regulators, clients, general contractors, and subcontractors to meet project objectives. Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Develop and mentor safety staff and support their advancement. Strengthen the safety and health culture across the business unit.

Qualifications - Safety Director

• 7+ years of construction site safety management experience.
• Experience managing safety on construction projects of $10M or more.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA construction safety regulations (29 CFR 1926).
• Completion of OSHA 500, plus current First Aid and CPR training.
• A BCSP safety professional certification: CSP, CHST, or ASP.

Preferred Qualifications - Construction EHS Director

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety or a related field.
• Authorized OSHA Outreach Construction Trainer for the OSHA 30-Hour course.
• Safety experience in mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, or fabrication shop environments.

Physical Requirements - Safety Director

• Work in office settings and on outdoor construction jobsites. The work involves sitting, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, and bending.
• Occasionally lift up to 40 lbs and climb stairs and ladders.
• Noise levels vary by location.
• Wear required PPE, including a hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and a high-visibility vest.
• Travel regularly to project sites across the region in a company vehicle.

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