Safety Director in Canton

Date Posted: Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A leading commercial electrical contractor in Canton is seeking a Construction Safety Director to lead and elevate its company-wide safety program. This is a high-impact leadership role for a safety professional with strong field experience and a proactive, hands-on approach.

The Safety Director will oversee all aspects of safety across multiple commercial projects including high-end commercial developments. This role will work closely with field leadership, project management, and executive leadership to ensure a culture of safety is embedded throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and manage company-wide safety programs and protocols

  • Conduct site audits, risk assessments, and safety training

  • Lead incident investigations and reporting

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and industry regulations

  • Promote a culture of safety across all levels of the organization

  • Mentor and coach field personnel on best practices

Ideal Candidate Has:

  • 7+ years of construction safety experience, with at least 3 in electrical or MEP-related projects

  • OSHA 30 (minimum), CHST or CSP preferred

  • Strong communication and leadership skills

  • Experience working on large-scale commercial

Why Join?

  • Opportunity to lead safety strategy across high-profile projects

  • Local position with NO travel

  • Work with a stable, well-respected electrical contractor with strong market presence

  • Competitive compensation, vehicle allowance, and benefits package

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.