Director of Safety, Risk & Environmental Management

Location: Sarasota

* Lead and execute enterprise-wide safety, risk, and environmental management strategies.
* Direct and mentor Safety Managers and Level I, II, and III Safety Supervisors.
* Oversee implementation of comprehensive safety, risk, environmental, and claims management programs.
* Conduct and oversee job-site safety programs, audits, and compliance reviews.
* Develop and deliver safety training and leadership programs across the organization educating employees on safe working practices, appropriate equipment operation, and emergency procedures.
* Audit impact of training programs on organizational safety or accident rates, and suggest modifications to training curriculum as needed.
* Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-miss events to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
* Leads workplace inspections that identify and address potential safety hazards.
* Establishes organizational protocols for incident investigation and data analytics; reviews trends at the enterprise level to inform strategic safety and operational improvements.
* Recommend and implement safety policies and best practices to reduce operational risk.
* Develops and enforces organizational policies for regulatory accident reporting; ensures compliance with evolving laws and standards, and represents the organization in audits or regulatory reviews.
* Audits and stays updated on safety regulations, codes, and standards applicable to the industry.
* Sets organizational safety policy strategy, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and standards. Oversees enterprise-wide implementation and auditing of policies.
* Set strategic direction for safety programs organization-wide ensures systems for audits, inspections, and subcontractor oversight are robust, compliant, and continuously improved.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
* Provide guidance to managers and project teams regarding safe work practices and environmental risk mitigation.
* Directs all employee safety concerns, provides guidance and support in resolving issues and improving overall safety compliance and performance.
* Coordinates with cross-functional teams to promote safety initiatives and ensure the integration of safety practices into daily operations.
* Establishes and maintains effective communication channels with external organizations, such as government bodies, safety organizations, and insurance companies.
* Lead emergency preparedness and crisis response planning and efforts, including evacuation plans and procedures for disaster response operations.
* Ensures the highest safety compliance standards and promotes a healthy work setting for staff, visitors, and vendors.
* Maintain and promote a culture of safety excellence, safeguard compliance, and continuous improvement throughout the organization with all relevant Federal and State regulations and standards.
* Other duties as assigned.
* Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
* 15 - 20 years of experience in heavy, civil, or infrastructure construction safety for various federal, state and local clients to include utility, disaster and construction programs
* 10 years of experience in leadership position
* Demonstrated experience managing and administering comprehensive safety, environmental, risk management programs and claims management programs.
* Proven ability to lead safety initiatives across dynamic and high-risk project environments.
* Experience supporting disaster response or rapid deployment operations is preferred.
* Thorough knowledge of   Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and safety standards.
* Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual.
* Knowledge of United States Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Experience with contractor prequalification platforms such as ISNetworld, Browz, and Avetta.
* Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, environmental safety standards, and claims management processes.
* Certification as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
* Certified Safety Manager (CSM)
* Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
* Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
* Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
* Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS)
* In compliance with or competency of EM 385-1-1
* Experience in diverse and high-risk operational environments
* Bilingual preferred
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