Director, Construction Health & Safety

NTT Global Data Centers; Connecticut; Remote; USD 157,500 - 258,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus based on performance

Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance

Monthly stipend for remote expenses

Job summary

A global data center company is seeking a Director of Construction Health & Safety to manage nationwide safety staffing and develop compliance programs. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in EHS management and familiarity with US regulations. This remote position offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in a Construction EHS Management role with leadership experience preferred.
• Experienced with OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ASTM and other industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage Construction Health and Safety staffing for nationwide projects.
• Develop Environmental Health and Safety programs to meet regulations.
• Provide strategic vision for safe work environments.

Skills

Knowledge of US OSHA regulations

Competence in Microsoft Office

Education

College degree in Occupational Safety, Health, or Environmental

CSP or similar EHS certification

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

• Manages US Construction Health and Safety staffing to support ongoing projects nationwide.
• Develops, organizes, and implements Environmental Health and Safety programs that meet or exceed local, regional, and national regulatory compliance standards, along with NTT GID corporate values.
• Develops, delivers and reports critical success indicators to senior leadership.
• Provides a strategic vision for a safe work environment for employees, clients, contractors, and subcontractors, including facility assessments and training programs.
• Oversees the creation, publication and maintenance of corporate safety policy, safe work practices, and associated procedural documentation.
• Assesses current safety programs for compliance and effectiveness, and identifies improvement areas.
• Administers, directs, and manages compliance with the Illness and Injury Prevention Program and accident prevention efforts.
• Tracks incident metrics and applies findings.
• Oversees development and maintenance of facility evacuation procedures and coordinates periodic drills.
• Coordinates and participates in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Initiates, performs, and documents jobsite inspections and audits emphasizing hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors in data centers and construction sites with contractor’s onsite safety team.
• Schedules, coordinates, and conducts safety meetings and training programs; maintains employee safety training records.
• Facilitates safety committee meetings and related activities, documenting minutes and corrective actions.
• Assists in coordinating new hire safety orientation, annual risk/safety training, remedial safety training, and First Aid/CPR and AED training.
• Reviews job hazard assessments and recommends controls, including substitution, PPE, work practice changes, and engineering controls.
• Ensures injury reports are completed promptly; conducts injury prevention meetings and recommends corrective actions.
• Assists personnel in incident investigation, safety inspections, incident reporting, and compliance with safety laws and regulations.

Knowledge & Attributes

• Experienced with United States occupational health and safety regulations including OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ASTM, NIOSH, EPA, ANSI and other industry standards.
• Capable of effectively utilizing Microsoft Office applications for communications and data evaluation.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

• College degree required, preferred in Occupational Safety, Health, and/or Environmental (or equivalent).
• CSP or similar EHS certification required.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 10 years in a Construction EHS Management role in a national environment associated with mid to large-scale construction, construction management, data center or renewables organization, with a global program or project management focus; leadership experience is an advantage.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly moves equipment and hardware up to 35 lbs.
• Frequently moves about inside and outside of data center/facility.
• Remains stationary for long periods.
• Ascends/descends a ladder and performs duties atop a raised platform.
• Navigates construction sites including stairs, roofs, scaffolds.
• Positions self in small spaces.
• Operates computer, peripherals, and other office equipment.
• Performs work during US business hours and time zones.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

• Work onsite at a data center location when required.
• Exposure to varying temperatures and loud noises.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Travel required 50% of time.
• Primarily perform work from a remote location with a stable internet connection.

This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover remote working expenses and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.

NTT Global Data Centers Americas, Inc. offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and location. Base salary for this position is $157,500 - $258,700. All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance. Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.

Workplace Type

Remote Working

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

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