Safety Manager / Construction
Highland Consulting Group
Columbus, OH · Posted November 6, 2026
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About the job
Location: Columbus, OH
Category: Quality Assurance / Safety
Job Description
Safety Manager Needed.
Highland Consulting Group is a National Executive Recruiting firm that specializes in placing top talent in the Commercial & Industrial construction sectors.
We have a current opportunity available for a talented Safety Manager for a large Contractor in the Columbus, OH area. This is a permanent position and not project based and gives you the opportunity to be part of a highly qualified group of safety experts. Additionally, all projects are local so virtual no travel is required. The ideal candidate will have large project experience with a minimum of 3 years experience working in a Safety capacity and have certifications such as OSHA 510, CHST, ASP, CSP, or USACE EM385.
Be part of a winning team that has an extremely high safety culture.
Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Create / Edit safety plans to fit the requirements of the project
Be on-site to implement the safety plan
Work with / train the on-site staff in safe construction practices
Work directly with the client to manage the safety program and meet their expectations
Prepare daily reports for management and the client
Oversee all safety concerns for all ongoing projects
Job Requirements
Board Certified Safety Professional – CHST Certification
A four year degree is required – Safety degree is preferred
3 Years minimum experience as a Safety Manager
1 years experience on major construction projects
Candidates must have documented experience creating & editing detailed and organized information tracking systems
Familiarity with all applicable regulations
Someone with the ability to train staff and subcontractors is preferred
Solid communication skills – both written & verbal
Ability to establish timelines
Ability to multi-task Solid proven and verifiable record of career stability and experience as a Safety Manager success is a must
Must be an idea person with a passion to improve the process
Benefits
This company cares about and is committed to the wellbeing of all of it’s employees and their families. This commitment is reflected in a comprehensive benefit package provided to all employees. These benefits also include Healthcare, 401K, Project Bonuses, Annual Company bonuses, Education / Certification allowances, paid Vacations & Holidays
Contact
If you have this type of experience, please apply to this position. You can also contact me directly to learn more about this opportunity.
David O’Connor
Managing Director
724-837-6336
Confidentiality:
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