The Corporate Director of Safety Leadership & Strategy serves as the executive leader responsible for establishing and overseeing the company’s overall health and safety strategy. This role provides leadership in the development of safety policies, programs, and performance standards designed to protect employees, support operational excellence, and ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements. 
 
The Corporate Director of Safety Leadership & Strategy partners closely with executive leadership, operations, human resources, and legal to ensure that safety is integrated into the company’s operational and strategic decision-making processes. This role provides leadership and oversight to the company’s safety organization, including Regional Safety Directors and divisional safety personnel, ensuring consistent safety practices, strong accountability, and alignment with company safety objectives across all operations. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
 
Strategic Leadership & Business Integration 
• Serve as the executive leader for all health and safety initiatives, aligning safety strategy with company goals, financial performance targets, and long-term organizational growth. 
• Provide data-driven insights and executive-level recommendations to support business decisions, project planning, and risk management. 
• Ensure safety objectives align with company operational goals, financial performance, and long-term organizational growth. 
• Advise executive leadership on safety risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends that may impact operations. 
• Provide strategic guidance to support safe project planning, operational decision-making, and risk mitigation. 
• Partner with the President, COO, and executive leadership to reinforce safety as a core organizational value. 
 
Leadership Expectations 
The Corporate Director of Safety Leadership & Strategy is expected to serve as a visible leader and champion of the company’s safety culture. Key leadership expectations include: 
• Provide strategic safety leadership to the organization and ensure safety priorities remain aligned with business objectives. 
• Collaborate closely with operations leadership to integrate safety into planning, project execution, 
and daily operations. 
• Ensure safety expectations, policies, and practices are consistently communicated and understood across all divisions and office locations. 
• Develop strong safety leadership across the organization by mentoring Regional Safety Directors and safety personnel. 
• Promote an environment where employees feel empowered to identify hazards, report concerns, and actively participate in maintaining safe work environments. 
 

Safety Program Oversight 
• Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide safety policies, procedures, and programs. 
• Evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and update policies based on regulatory changes, industry best practices, and internal performance metrics. 
• Establish company safety standards and expectations for field operations, offices, and projects. 
• Provide oversight for safety program execution across all divisions and office locations. 
• Ensure consistent application of company safety policies throughout the organization. 
 
Organizational Leadership & Team Development 
• Provide leadership and direction for the company’s safety organization, including Regional Safety Directors and divisional safety personnel. 
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and development opportunities for safety leadership. 
• Foster collaboration and consistency across regional safety teams and operational leadership. 
• Support the professional development of safety personnel through coaching, mentorship, and performance management. 
 
KPI Development, Performance Management & Reporting 
• Establish and maintain safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of safety programs. 
• Develop executive dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools to monitor safety performance. 
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual safety reports to executive leadership and shareholders. 
• Utilize data analysis to identify trends, evaluate training effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance. 
 
Claims & Incident Management 
• Provide oversight for workers’ compensation claims prior to the involvement of legal counsel, including coordination with adjusters and internal stakeholders. 
• Monitor claim trends and identify opportunities for early intervention and cost control. 
• Oversee the management of property damage claims involving company vehicles, equipment, and facilities. 
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of claims and incident records. 
 
Compliance & Audit Management 
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, TOSHA, DOT, and other relevant agencies. 
• Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring appropriate follow-up and corrective actions. 
• Manage and maintain company certifications, including any industry-specific safety accreditations. 
 
Training & Safety Culture Development 
• Oversee the development and administration of company safety training programs. 
• Ensure training programs meet regulatory requirements and support the company’s safety expectations. 
• Promote initiatives that reinforce employee engagement, hazard awareness, and proactive safety behaviors. 
• Support leadership development programs that strengthen safety accountability across the organization.