Position: Head of Safety
Reports to: Chief Construction Officer
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Salary Range: $175,000 - $200,000

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package, such as market location, experience, skills, and education.

The Superior Group is seeking a Head of Safety to lead safety initiatives across our operations. You will serve as the company’s subject matter expert in safety and will develop a team of high-performing safety professionals embedded on our jobsites. This position is based in Columbus, Ohio, and requires travel to construction jobsites in Ohio and other states.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the company’s leader and subject matter expert in safety
• Direct proactive safety programs across all construction projects and operating facilities
• Lead and develop a team of skilled safety personnel
• Available 24/7 for critical incident investigations
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections and audits to monitor safety practices
• Lead investigations into accidents and equipment damage
• Analyze trends in safety incidents and identify areas of improvement
• Collaborate closely with Project Operations and Field Operations teams
• Represent the company in safety-related hearings and audits with customers, insurance companies, and the Bureau of Worker’s Compensation
• Utilize technologies to track trends and measure performance 

Your Character Traits

• You bring a high degree of energy and enthusiasm to your role
• You’re skilled at anticipating challenges and staying calm under pressure
• You’re passionate about building high-performing teams
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• You have a strong attention to detail
• You go the extra mile to ensure our team is valued and kept safe  

Your Expertise

• Required: You bring at least 12 years of experience as a safety professional in the construction industry 
• Required: You have extensive experience with OSHA and EPA standards for construction
• Required: You hold an active certification in at least one of the following:
  
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP), 
  • Certified Safety Technician (CST), or 
  • Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• Required: You’ve completed the OSHA 30-hour course
• Required: You’re familiar with NEC, NFPA 70E, NESC, and have experience overseeing the NFPA 70E program
• Bonus Points: You’ve completed the OSHA 500 Basic Instructor Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry

Our Benefits

We offer a range of professional and personal perks that you can enjoy as a member of Superior. Here are just a few examples of the benefits you can expect:

• Health Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Dental Plan: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you, your spouse, and eligible children
• Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance: We pay 100% of the insurance premium to cover you
• 401K Plan: We contribute a portion of your 401K for you
• Vacation/PTO: You receive a minimum of three weeks of PTO per year
• Health Savings Account: We contribute at least $500 to your HSA each year
• Maternity and Parental Leave: New parents receive paid time off

About The Superior Group

The Superior Group is a national leader in electrical construction, engineering, and technology services. From hospitals to data centers to stadiums and beyond, we bring power and connectivity to projects of every shape and size. Superior's heritage dates back a century, and we’re proudly headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

The Superior Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status of a protected veteran.

The Superior Group is a Drug-Free workplace. Candidates must successfully pass criminal background check, pre-employment, and random drug screens.

If you need assistance with this job application, please contact recruitment@superiorgroup.net

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