Location: Otsego, MN
Compensation: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Overview An established demolition and site‑work contractor is seeking a highly qualified
Safety Director
to lead the organization’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives. This role is responsible for building and sustaining a strong safety culture across all demolition operations through continuous program development, training, compliance oversight, and on-site support. The ideal candidate is proactive, passionate about safety, and committed to promoting safe behaviors and work practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure full compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, FMCSA, HazMat, and all applicable regulatory standards related to demolition activities; remain current on regulatory changes and communicate operational impacts.
Develop, update, and deliver demolition‑specific safety training programs, including OSHA, MSHA, DOT, HazMat, and internal safety curriculum.
Administer all company safety programs and procedures, including incident reporting and response.
Review project‑specific demolition means and methods; provide expert guidance to identify the safest and most efficient approaches.
Lead demolition field safety initiatives such as incident investigations, best-practice sharing, orientations, discipline programs, safety days, and recognition programs.
Conduct scheduled field audits and safety reviews on demolition projects; document findings and communicate action items to the Management Team.
Provide regular reports to leadership outlining safety concerns, new initiatives, and regulatory updates.
Oversee use of safety technology tools, analyze data trends, and develop corrective action plans to reduce incidents.
Write and train teams on Site‑Specific HSE Plans.
Support estimating and pre‑planning efforts, providing input on safe demolition practices.
Read and interpret plans to identify safe execution strategies and contribute to the Job Hazard Analysis process.
Facilitate new‑hire onboarding including orientation, training, and testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Overnight regional travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years’ experience managing safety for large‑scale demolition projects.
Degree in a safety, engineering, or construction-related field preferred; certifications such as CSP, CHST, OHST, or OSHA 500/510 are beneficial but not required.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities with proven success navigating high‑pressure environments.
Extensive knowledge of building construction, architecture, and demolition methodologies.
Proficiency with computers and safety-related technology tools.
Self‑motivated, positive, and passionate about advancing safety culture.
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Position Overview An established demolition and site‑work contractor is seeking a highly qualified
Safety Director
to lead the organization’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives. This role is responsible for building and sustaining a strong safety culture across all demolition operations through continuous program development, training, compliance oversight, and on-site support. The ideal candidate is proactive, passionate about safety, and committed to promoting safe behaviors and work practices across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure full compliance with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, FMCSA, HazMat, and all applicable regulatory standards related to demolition activities; remain current on regulatory changes and communicate operational impacts.
Develop, update, and deliver demolition‑specific safety training programs, including OSHA, MSHA, DOT, HazMat, and internal safety curriculum.
Administer all company safety programs and procedures, including incident reporting and response.
Review project‑specific demolition means and methods; provide expert guidance to identify the safest and most efficient approaches.
Lead demolition field safety initiatives such as incident investigations, best-practice sharing, orientations, discipline programs, safety days, and recognition programs.
Conduct scheduled field audits and safety reviews on demolition projects; document findings and communicate action items to the Management Team.
Provide regular reports to leadership outlining safety concerns, new initiatives, and regulatory updates.
Oversee use of safety technology tools, analyze data trends, and develop corrective action plans to reduce incidents.
Write and train teams on Site‑Specific HSE Plans.
Support estimating and pre‑planning efforts, providing input on safe demolition practices.
Read and interpret plans to identify safe execution strategies and contribute to the Job Hazard Analysis process.
Facilitate new‑hire onboarding including orientation, training, and testing.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Overnight regional travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years’ experience managing safety for large‑scale demolition projects.
Degree in a safety, engineering, or construction-related field preferred; certifications such as CSP, CHST, OHST, or OSHA 500/510 are beneficial but not required.
Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities with proven success navigating high‑pressure environments.
Extensive knowledge of building construction, architecture, and demolition methodologies.
Proficiency with computers and safety-related technology tools.
Self‑motivated, positive, and passionate about advancing safety culture.
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