Safety Director - Dubuque, Iowa
💲 $90,000–$130,000 annually + Bonus Plan (up to 10% annually based on company performance)
Permanent W2 | Full-Time, Monday–Friday (7:30 AM–3:30 PM)
Position Details
Job Title: Safety Director
Location: Dubuque, Iowa
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent W2
Duration: Permanent
💲 Compensation & Benefits
Rate: $90,000–$130,000 annually
Bonus: Up to 10% annually based on company performance
Benefits: Full package including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Relocation Assistance: Not available
🕒 Schedule
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM)
Travel Expectations:
🏗️ Scope of Work
This position supports a long-established, family-owned general contractor specializing in commercial, industrial, educational, and retail construction projects. The company manages design-build and real estate development projects across Iowa and throughout the United States, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and long-term client relationships. Typical work includes construction for national retail brands, hospitality, healthcare, senior living facilities, and large-scale commercial developments.
🦺 Role Overview
The Safety Director serves as the driving force behind the company's safety culture, leading strategy, training, compliance, and engagement with purpose and professionalism. You will set the standard for safety excellence, mentor a capable team, and ensure that all operations meet or exceed regulatory requirements. If you believe safety is not just a rulebook but a shared mindset, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact.
📋 Qualifications
✅ Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
✅ Certifications:
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification (required)
• OSHA 510/500 Certification (required)
• CSP, CHST, STS, or CSHO (preferred professional designations)
✅ Experience: Minimum 7–10 years of progressive safety experience in construction, general contracting, or industrial environments, including at least 3 years in a senior or director-level safety leadership role.
✅ Technical Knowledge:
• Strong understanding of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and NFPA standards.
• Experience managing multi-state or national safety programs.
• Proficiency in safety software, audits, and compliance documentation.
✅ Skills and Competencies:
• Proven ability to lead and develop safety teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with executives, field teams, and clients.
• Demonstrated success in reducing incident rates and improving safety metrics.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and risk mitigation capabilities.
✅ Other Requirements:
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally and nationally.
• Ability to perform site visits, inspections, and field audits as needed.
Closing
If you are ready to join a family-owned company with a strong reputation and national presence, where safety is treated as a core value, this is your opportunity to lead, collaborate, and make a lasting difference. Bring your experience, leadership, and professionalism to help strengthen an established safety culture across diverse projects.
Equal Opportunity
This employer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all employees and contractors.
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