Director of Safety (Construction)

Company: Hillwood Investment Properties
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Hillwood Construction Services provides general contracting and construction management services -in the United States. The company began in December 2000 as an industrial general contractor focusing on industrial warehouse and distribution facilities. Over the years, Hillwood Construction Services has diversified and expanded into many project types, from corporate headquarters to hangars, churches, Class-A office developments, hotels and tenant interiors. Position Summary: - The Director of Safety represents the company as an industry expert. This position oversees all aspects of health, safety and environmental (HSE) programs for the company to ensure compliance with and implementation of health, safety and environmental programs, policies and procedures that adhere to corporate specifications. Responsibilities:

• Identifies and establishes HSE programs, guidelines and standards that support the company's business plans and are compliant with all regulations
• Deploys HSE processes that demonstrate continuous improvement in HSE stewardship
• Develops annual operating planning and corporate governance processes, including audits, compliance initiatives, government reporting, and identification of best practice initiatives
• Establishes key metrics for a specific segment of the business that drive the effectiveness of the HSE program across the company
• Ensures appropriate staffing and HSE education/training efforts for all project teams within area of responsibility
• Monitors and reports on relevant changes in applicable OHS (Occupational Health & Safety) and environmental regulations/requirements related to Hillwood Construction operations
• Audit jobsite safety reports, and implementation of safety elements at the jobsite
• Conduct and follow up on accident / incident investigations, ensure appropriate corrective actions identified
• The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the positions' role within the business unit. Qualifications:
  • Minimum 15 years of experience, with majority of the experience on major commercial construction projects
  • Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Health, Safety, Environmental or Construction Management
  • CSP (Certified Safety Professional) through BCSP required
  • OSHA 500 Certification preferred
  • Strong ability to lead multiple teams
  • Strong interpersonal skills and with experience presenting to ownership and operational entities
  • Strong organizational, record-keeping and follow-up skills
  • Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary
  • Travel is required 20-40% of the time to visit regional offices and projects
  • Must have working knowledge of industry standard software and technology
  • Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position within the complex nature of large scale commercial construction EEO Statement :Hillwood is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

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