Project HSE Director

02 Walsh Construction Company II, LLC; Mount Pleasant (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Job summary

The Walsh Group seeks a Director of Health, Safety and Environment for our Mount Pleasant, WI operations. You will lead HSE across regional projects, champion compliance with industry standards, and drive safety performance with hands-on leadership.

You will oversee audits, incident investigations, safety training, and the development of site-level controls while partnering with project teams and senior management to reinforce a culture of safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent certifications.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on major construction projects.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills and ability to prioritize and manage time.
• Knowledge of regulations and hazard recognition and injury management.

Responsibilities

• Acts as HSE champion for assigned region with technical HSE expertise and industry standards.
• Monitors state and regional HSE rules and communicates developments.
• Develops compliance strategies for HSE regulatory requirements.
• Oversees HSE staff, site audits, and incident investigations.
• Performs periodic site visits and develops region-specific control measures.
• Maintains HSE files and reports; provides leadership to HSE team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Industrial Hygiene/CE or Construction Mgmt

Job description

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Director of HSE for our Data Center Group in Mount Pleasant, WI. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers. There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company: Challenging, complex work Creative and innovative problem-solving environment Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work Opportunities for growth, training, and development Flexibility in career path & progression Opportunities to work and live all over the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as the company’s HSE champion for assigned region, providing technical HSE expertise as well as knowledge of industry standards and best practices.


• Monitors and communicates developments in state and regional government and industry HSE rules and regulations.


• Develops compliance strategies related to HSE regulatory requirements.


• Appoints HSE Managers to projects and oversees performance.


• Completes annual 13-point evaluations for all jobsite supervisors and managers.


• Assists in the prequalification and direction of subcontractors used to support projects.


• Conducts periodic worksite visits to ensure appropriate precautions are in place and assists in developing control measures for the region.


• Conducts reviews to assist in the timely correction of deficiencies.


• Oversees the investigation process of incidents occurring in the assigned region.


• Provides consistent leadership to HSE staff as well as project management.


• Ensures that a significant portion of time is spent on project sites.


• Facilitates New Hire Management Orientation; completes orientation of all new hires (Foremen, Superintendents, Project Management) within 3 months of hire.


• Conducts quarterly audits of all assigned projects.


• Actively requests the assistance of top management in conducting these audits.


• Facilitates SPATs in the assigned region.


• Completes weekly safety reports for HSE Leadership and the BGL.


• Meets with BGL and PM at least once per month.


• Maintains HSE files and records for the region.


• Advises HSE Leadership on compliance concerns and efficiency of HSE practices.


• Oversees safety training for the business group.


• Ensures training is done in a timely fashion and trainers are qualified.


• Conducts, schedules, and monitors training.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) Certification and Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Safety Management Supervisor (SMS) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).


• Minimum 10 years of experience, with most of the experience on major construction projects.


• Excellent leadership and communication skills, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and ability to prioritize, organize and manage time.


• Knowledge of regulations and standards as well as hazard recognition and injury management skills.


• Some travel required.


• Required to stand, walk, sit and/or climb stairs or ladders.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [e-mail]. An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran Salary Range Disclaimer Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

Founded in 1898, The Walsh Group is a fourth-generation family-owned business providing design, build, finance and operation services for a wide variety of construction projects. We are consistently listed among the largest contractors in the United States, operating out of 21 strategically located regional offices across North America. Our three companies are united by a shared dedication to exceptional customer service, while upholding the highest standards of ethics, quality and safety.