Regional Safety Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management at-risk, design-build and public-private partnerships. The company’s diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, primary and higher education, justice and solar energy. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT:

The Regional Safety Manager for South Florida is a key business partner/resource for the Regional Leadership Team and project teams providing assistance in the implementation and execution of the company Safety, Health and Environmental Program. This person will also serve as the primary liaison between the EHS Department and the South Florida North Region which currently expands from Fort Lauderdale to West Palm Beach. The overall South Florida Region currently consists of 27 active construction projects and expands from Miami to West Palm Beach and can grow as the company expands throughout Florida, there are currently four senior safety managers supporting the construction site safety teams.

The Regional EH&S leader for the South Florida North region will assist with safety, health and environmental preconstruction reviews. This person will be a resource to the project teams in preventing occupational injury/illness related losses by establishing appropriate loss control/reduction activities.   This person will review incident reports and inspections, assist with investigations, provide mentorship to the Sr. Safety and Site Safety Managers, conduct monthly project audits to identify kaizen opportunities and identify trends in the Region.

 ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs safety, health and environmental reviews of the project(s) and region to include producing reports, conducting meetings, reporting findings to management, and following up to ensure items are corrected
• Conducts weekly site EHS Audits
• Partners with Operations and project trade contractors to ensure the implementation of the company’s comprehensive Safety, Health, and Environmental Program
• Conducts investigations into employee inquiries, suggestions, and complaints
• Provides guidance on regulatory and legislative matters (OSHA, DOT, EPA, ANSI, etc.) to the regional leadership team and project(s)
• Serves as a liaison between the company and regulatory agencies
• Lead the OSHA Voluntary Partnership activities for the region
• Participates in industry safety groups and committees (AGC/ABC)
• Assists with inspections and other activities as needed
• Maintains required safety, environmental and health documents, files, etc.
• Coordinates and conducts training sessions as necessary
• Educates employees about safety issues through topics such as hazard recognition
• Monitors the performance of safety managers in the region to ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures
• Performs all other job duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Willingness to travel within the South Florida North Region (North of Fort Lauderdale) 50 – 75%
• Willingness to support the South Florida Miami Region when needed

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Willingness to serve and support the EHS efforts of the organization
• Verbal and written English communication skills are required
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
• Initiative and problem-solving skills are required
• Previous leadership experience as a Regional Safety Leader and managing direct reports are required
• Partnering ability across multiple levels of the organization
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction 1926 standards required
• Technical knowledge in Cranes, Critical Lifts, Excavations, and Working from Elevated Heights

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field
• Advanced degree preferred  
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• CHST (Certified Health Safety Technician) or higher required
• Minimum seven - ten years of EH&S leadership experience
• Five – Ten years’ experience in construction.
• Computer proficiency in the use of MS Word, Outlook, and Excel required
• Knowledge of Intelex is highly desired
• Knowledge of Procore is highly desired

Job title:  Regional EH&S Manager – South Florida

Job location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Classifications: Regular Full-Time Employee

Reports to: Director of Environmental, Health & Safety – South Florida

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