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Vice President of Safety

Posted 16 May 2025
Salary Competitive Salary (DOE)
LocationVirginia
Job type Permanent
Discipline Renewable Energy & InfrastructureEnergy, ESG & Green Tech Finance
ReferenceHW-4226298971

Job description

Leadership

  • Develop and promote a best-in-class EHS culture.

  • Set strategic direction and vision for the EHS function aligned with broader organizational objectives.

  • Establish goals and performance metrics for EHS.

  • Represent EHS in leadership decisions, manage cross-departmental challenges, and communicate updates to the team.

  • Manage department budgets and staffing decisions.

  • Design workflows, standard operating procedures, and accountability measures.

  • Continuously improve departmental capability.

  • Handle high-risk, complex decisions with escalation as needed.

  • Support contract negotiations related to safety, training, and environmental terms.

  • Represent EHS in business development efforts including client presentations, RFP responses, site visits, and industry engagements.

EHS Specific Responsibilities

  • Manage and enhance company-wide EHS initiatives.

  • Mentor safety committee members, employees, and subcontractors.

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state, and local regulations via site visits and evolving safety programs.

  • Maintain current practices per regulatory changes and maintain relationships with authorities as needed.

  • Develop and administer EHS training programs and records.

  • Ensure compliance with both regulatory and client-specific EHS requirements.

  • Maintain accountability for:

  • Safety metric reporting (OSHA 300, DART, EMR, etc.)

  • Incident investigation and response, including root cause analysis

  • EHS documentation management

  • Project-specific safety and environmental plan development

  • Onsite safety inspections and staffing

  • Safety inventory management

  • Regulatory stormwater compliance (SWPPP)

  • Serve as the main contact for external stakeholders regarding EHS matters.

  • Lead or delegate incident response coordination and develop a response framework.

  • Promote a culture of transparency and open communication in EHS.

  • Oversee subcontractor EHS vetting and approval.

  • Maintain employee certifications and assist in return-to-work processes.

  • Lead the development of the Environmental Management System (EMS).

  • Guide project-level stormwater and spill prevention efforts.

  • Maintain industrial hygiene programs.

  • Advise other business units on EHS matters.

  • Manage hazardous waste and transportation compliance (RCRA, DOT), including lab testing protocols and stakeholder coordination.

Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in a related field (e.g., Occupational Safety, Environmental Management).

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction-related EHS leadership roles.

  • Relevant certifications such as CSP or CHST required.

  • Deep knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.

  • Proven leadership experience in a construction setting.

  • Strong communication, organizational, and training skills.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Certifications in erosion/sediment or stormwater management from applicable state agencies are a plus.

Working Conditions
  • Requires local travel, primarily day trips by car.

  • Occasional evening or weekend work may be needed.

  • Based in a central office location with site visits as necessary.

Physical Requirements
  • Fast-paced office environment.

  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.

  • Capable of navigating job sites for safety inspections.