Vice President of Environmental Health and Safety

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT:

The Vice President of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) for the Construction Management (CM) Business is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and maintenance of effective EH&S policies, procedures, programs, and initiatives that culminate in a culture of sustainable and consistent safe work performance, as well as overall reduction in risk exposure to our Construction business units in South Florida, Mid Florida and Texas Regions.

In this role you will:

• Do meaningful and important work by leading visible business optimization projects
• Work in close partnership with the Construction Management senior leadership teams in each Region
• Be given autonomy, trust, and latitude to be a change agent, creative and entrepreneurial
• Collaborate with talented individuals and be a part of an exciting growth effort in our Construction management portfolio

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• EHS Program. Lead the overall EH&S program for the Construction Management Business in South Florida, Mid Florida and Texas. Lead the safety culture and implementation of all management levers for the Construction management Business to drive toward improved performance levels both statistically and financially. Provide tools to drive EH&S as a core value for Moss. Identify, hire, and lead teams of EH&S professionals embedded across the CM Business to serve as leaders and resources to CM Regions on all EH&S topics. Create and lead EHS/Risk Management committees.
• Data Management and Analysis. Analyze Leading and Lagging indicators and other data by collecting, monitoring, and creating models for decision support. Improve preventative programs by analyzing results; monitoring variances; identifying trends; recommending action to management. Assist and facilitate annual and quarterly review and goal setting.
• Policy/Process Development. Develop all appropriate EH&S policies and high-level CM Business level objectives to meet or exceed such policies. Oversee development of best practices to E&HS policies consistent with company culture and applicable state and federal laws.
• Mentor/Coach/Facilitator. Work closely with all levels of management to implement best practices of operations, employee retention and EH&S.
• Auditor. Ensure CM Business unit compliance with all risk management and EH&S level standards and requirements, perform or oversee the completion of validation audits and internal site assessments. Create special audit reports in these subject areas by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Safety Program Pre-Qualification/Sales Support. Complete pre-bid safety program questionnaires and provide other sales support as required to demonstrate our safety practices and accomplishments to prospective or current customers.
• General Tasks
  • Create and maintain a Safety Program Policy & Procedure Handbook for the CM business.
  • Embrace our Moss safety brand to engage team members and other stakeholders in our EH&S program and drive statistical and financial improvements.
  • Monitor all EH&S-related activities in the CM Business for effectiveness in ‘moving the needle’ for continuous improvement – build on what works.
  • Develop and lead the Environmental Compliance Program for the CM Business
  • Perform CM business level EH&S validation audits and assessments to ensure compliance with mandatory safety requirements and manage out non-compliance.
  • Analyze trends and create and distribute appropriate management reports.
  • Performs other related duties as required or requested.

DIRECT REPORTS:

Four Regional Safety Managers in Construction Management.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety, or closely related degree required.
• 15+ Years of EH&S leadership experience in the construction management and/or general manufacturing industry.
• Certified Safety Professional or in process to achieve certification.
• 10+ years of successful multi-site management experience. Proven skills in administering and managing EHS at multiple sites.
• Implementation of safety or environmental management systems, ISO 45001, OSHAS 18001, ISO 14001, etc.
• Proven background in developing and presenting training programs and other program facilitation.
• Record of accomplishment of developing and implementing strategic EH&S processes including project management.
• Microsoft Office suite proficiency, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Proficiency with SMS platforms such as Intelex, Procore, GenSuite, etc.
• Must be able to travel up to 40% of the time to visit sites within areas of responsibilities for meetings, training and for audit purposes.

Key Competencies:

Builds a culture of work safety and lead by example with one’s own safe behavior.

Demonstrates the ability to gather and analyze facts and data and draw correct conclusions from the information; weighs alternatives and presents logical solutions to problems.

Demonstrates the ability to review and proofread work for accuracy and complete specific aspects of assignments, as directed. Concentrates on tasks at hand, even in distracting work environments.

Demonstrates the ability to present ideas and information in a clear, concise, organized, and diplomatic manner; ask appropriate questions to obtain information; listen to others to respond effectively to ideas and questions. Present prepared information to individuals and groups in a manner that is clear and concise, holds their interest and addresses their needs or concerns.

Demonstrates the ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.

Demonstrates the ability to make practical, realistic, and timely decisions after considering facts, available organizational resources, and potential risks; use reason when dealing with sensitive topics.

Demonstrates the ability to efficiently manage your own time, activities, and resources. Identify specific activities required to accomplish objectives, rank them in order of importance, and coordinate and take action to achieve desired results; prioritize multiple complex activities and projects. Recommend improvements to prevent repeat occurrences of resolved issues.

Works cooperatively with others; involves others in shaping plans and decisions that affect them.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

LOCATION: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President – Environmental Health Safety and Security

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.