The Regional Safety Director is responsible for the overall planning and implementation of Clark’s safety program for the Central Group. This role develops safety strategies that drive down risk and move the organization towards a world-class safety culture. Works closely with the Central Group team advising on safety and health issues and policies. Acts as ultimate liaison between employees, customer representatives and third-party individuals (regulatory, governmental and insurance agencies), and clients on safety matters. Performs the following duties personally or through other leaders in the office and field. Significant travel required to jobsites in Texas and the Kansas City Area. **Responsibilities** + Work closely with Company leaders to ensure alignment with overall safety culture + Maintain and manage all required safety training of Company employees and continuing training for safety professionals + Develop recommendations and present solutions, based on data and trend analysis; to improve health and safety performance and achieve greater employee engagement + Identify and develop programs and procedures to assure compliance with regulatory safety and health policies and standards + Work directly with State and Federal Agencies on matters of inspection, investigation, complaints, and resolution of all health and safety related matters + Identify and anticipate safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions; advise on new procedures and recommend preventative programs for employees, Joint Venture partners and subs + Monitor job sites and processes for adherence to applicable client and regulatory agency requirements by overseeing operations, recommending corrective measures; preparing for regulatory and client safety audits and investigations + Train, plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; address complaints and resolve problems of direct reports + Complete other related duties and projects assigned by the Corporate Safety Director + Provide leadership to subordinates and effectively manage employee performance through clear communication of expectations, goals, status; recognition of accomplishments; timely, specific feedback on performance issues; active involvement in and support of employee work efforts + Develop bench strength by effectively mentoring unit employees + Effectively manage relationships with key internal customers (including budget and resource allocation), other company support functions, and external contacts to meet business needs + Develop and support mechanisms to ensure that unit employees maintain up-to-date knowledge of health and safety requirements and effectively communicate with affected businesses and management + Lead and manage business functions for the Health, Safety, and culture including work plans, performance reviews, staff development, KPI monitoring and reporting, budgeting and self-assessment + Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work + Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people + Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals **Basic Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Industrial Hygiene, etc.) preferred but not required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience + Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in safety management + OSHA 30-hour trained + OSHA 500, 502 & 510 Trainer course + Experience in safety program development and risk management to attain corporate objectives + Proven record of accomplishment in managing safety programs + Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence supervisors, peers, and external partners + Certified Safety Professional is a plus + Outstanding relationship building and interpersonal skills (e.g., influencing and listening skills to deal effectively with all levels of employees, management and clients) + Effective leadership and management skills + Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others from diverse backgrounds to achieve common goals + Proof of training/competency in managing crane, electrical, fall protection, excavation, scaffolds, and confined space safety + Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident, engaging verbal communicator + Understanding of inter-departmental relationships and processes and demonstrated ability to positively influence supervisors, peers, and external partners + Broad knowledge of appropriate Health & Safety and department programs and procedures + Ability to analyze data and develop appropriate strategic responses + Excellent organizational and problem solving skills + Extensive knowledge of Regulatory Requirements and experience in interfacing with and influencing regulatory agencies at the local, state and federal level + Demonstrated personal accountability for own actions while modeling company values + Consistently delivers value and superior results to customers and other stakeholders by improving products, services and processes + Ability to manage multiple initiatives or work groups in multiple locations + Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships, Builds People / Teams & Followership, Sets Direction & Executes **Physical Demands** + Office environment: sitting at a desk and using a computer; repetitive movement of hands and fingers – typing and/or writing + Talking and hearing + Regularly walking on uneven surfaces and at heights, climbing ladders, climbing stairs + Occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling + Ability to travel extensively, including driving and flying to jobsites, on a regular, weekly basis. May be exposed to extreme winter weather as well as summer weather extremes including rain, humidity, sun, wind, snow and icy conditions. Current states of operation: + Missouri + Kansas + Texas + DC, Maryland, Virginia metropolitan area \#LI-LG1 Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/) . There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark (https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers) . Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. 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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). The Know Your Rights poster is available here: Know Your Rights (eeoc.gov) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) and the Pay Transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) . Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please e-mail leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. **_Authorization to Work_** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full time basis in order to be considered. **_Employment Information_** Construction work requires strenuous physical activity. The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to, walking on uneven surfaces, climbing several flights of stairs or ladders uninterrupted, working at extensive heights, lifting 50 pounds, repetitive lifting, working a minimum of 40 hours per week, working outdoors as required, seeing with clarity (naturally or with correction), having accurate depth perception and acceptable peripheral vision, and hearing sufficiently (naturally or with correction) to respond to verbal instruction, warning bells, and alarms. Without eliminating ANY of the above essential functions, are you able to fully perform all job duties with or without reasonable accommodation? If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform any of the essential functions listed above, you must contact Human Resources immediately at (240) 653-2364 Equal Opportunity Employer: Clark Construction Group, LLC, (subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/assignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark Construction promotes a drug-free workplace.