Operating Group Safety Director Job Phoenix area,Arizona USA,Management

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Serve as a safety resource to the Operating Group management team and assist project management teams in site loss control activities.

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS

At Mortenson, we believe everyone is a leader. For that reason, every team member is expected to apply our leadership principles – Do The Right Thing, We Before Me and Inspire What’s Possible – in their work. This means we act with dependability, initiative and a positive attitude to produce high quality work and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We are on time, productive and consistent in our attendance.

We approach work as part of a team, listen to the opinions of others and cooperate to achieve project goals. We accept direction from supervisors and seek out constructive feedback. We follow rules and procedures to ensure quality work and safeguard the wellbeing of ourselves and others. We push to exceed the established goals, standards and accountabilities of our positions to increase quality, safety and innovation.

All team members are responsible for supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, as well as positively contributing to our company culture. This begins by aligning with Mortenson’s values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, in addition to abiding by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

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KEY RESULT AREAS (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

Implement the Zero Injury Safety program

Direct project teams with site specific safety programs

Conduct and review site

Provide technical assistance to Project Teams, Senior Executive Leadership Team, and Safety Engineers

Manage and oversee Operating Group Safety Engineers

Review and monitor subcontractor activities at the Operating Group level

Develop, implement, and lead company and project training and orientation

Recognize and develop new training as needed for project and leadership support

Ensure corrective management action when required

Conduct operating group loss control data and documentation collection. Develop loss trend analysis reports.

Mentor, manage, and provide timely performance evaluations of Safety Engineer I & II, Senior Safety Engineer, and Safety Manager

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work effectively with a broad range of individuals, from craft worker to senior management

Commitment and passion for the Zero Injuries Philosophy and integration of safety and operation

Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

Strong teamwork orientation

Positive attitude and professional customer service skills

Ability to travel overnight up to 100%

Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans and their intended use

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or related field, and -

Minimum 10 years of experience in a construction safety role or equivalent related experience

OR – high school diploma plus CHST Certification, OSHA 500 certification, and a minimum of 15 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work (including at least 10 years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for managing project and/or regional safety programs, conducting/reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, conducting safety training, and working with project teams and leadership to plan work activities)

Experience providing support to multiple project sites simultaneously and managing a team of safety professionals

Previous experience managing a zero-injury safety program a plus

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred

Current driver’s license

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires the following with or without an…