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The Safety Director serves as a strategic leader and subject‑matter expert, overseeing hazard identification, training, incident investigation, and continuous safety improvement in high‑risk roadway environments involving live traffic, night work, mobile operations, and heavy equipment. Identify and mitigate hazards related to live traffic exposure, moving work zones and striping convoys, TMA deployment and backing procedures, electrical hazards and underground utilities.

JOB SUMMARY:  The Safety Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and leading all safety and health programs for roadway construction operation activities. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, DOT, FHWA, state, and local safety regulations while driving a proactive safety culture across field crews, supervisors, and management. The Safety Director serves as a strategic leader and subject‑matter expert, overseeing hazard identification, training, incident investigation, and continuous safety improvement in high‑risk roadway environments involving live traffic, night work, mobile operations, and heavy equipment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>Develop, implement, and continuously improve the company’s safety management system for roadway construction operations. </li><li>Establish safety policies, procedures, and field standards. </li><li>Collaborate with executive leadership to align safety goals with operational and business objectives. </li><li>Lead safety planning for new projects, expansions, and operational changes.</li><li>Ensure full compliance with OSHA, DOT/FHWA, MUTCD, state DOT, and local safety regulations. </li><li>Maintain oversight of work zone traffic control plans, night work and mobile operation requirements, equipment and fleet safety standards.</li><li>Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies, inspections, audits, and investigations. </li><li>Track regulatory changes affecting roadway construction safety and implement updates companywide.</li></ul><ul><li style="text-align:justify">Work closely with hiring managers and various departments to ensure new hires have the necessary resources and support.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Oversee job hazard analyses (JHAs) and task hazard analyses (THAs) for roadway operations. </li><li style="text-align:justify">Identify and mitigate hazards related to live traffic exposure, moving work zones and striping convoys, TMA deployment and backing procedures, electrical hazards and underground utilities.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Conduct and review field safety audits, inspections, and observations. </li><li style="text-align:justify">Ensure corrective actions are implemented, tracked, and verified.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Develop and deliver comprehensive safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and managers. </li><li style="text-align:justify">Ensure training for work zone safety and traffic control, TMA operation and spotting procedures, electrical safety and NFPA/OSHA requirements, PPE use, heat stress, and night work safety, incident reporting and near‑miss recognition.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Oversee onboarding safety orientation for all new hires.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Support supervisor and foreman development in safety leadership and accountability.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Direct investigations of incidents, near misses, injuries, and property damage.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Analyze safety performance data and trends (TRIR, DART, near misses).</li><li style="text-align:justify">Prepare safety reports and metrics for executive leadership.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risk and injury frequency.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Lead and mentor field safety personnel.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Participate in hiring, performance management, and development of safety staff.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Work closely with operations, project management, fleet, and HR teams to embed safety into daily decision‑making.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Promote a strong safety culture that values employee involvement, accountability, and empowerment.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Any other duties assigned as needed.</li></ul>SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:<ul><li>Strategic safety leadership and program development</li><li>Strong communication skills across field crews and executive teams</li><li>Incident investigation and analytical problem‑solving</li><li>Training development and adult learning facilitation</li><li>Ability to influence, coach, and hold leaders accountable</li><li>High attention to detail in high‑risk, fast‑moving environments</li><li>Willingness to travel and work flexible hours, including nights</li></ul>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li style="text-align:justify">Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Minimum of 10 years of progressive safety experience, with significant experience in roadway or heavy highway construction.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Safety certifications such as CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Experience working directly with DOT projects and audits.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Background in multi‑state or large‑scale roadway operations.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Proven leadership experience managing safety professionals or large safety programs.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Extensive knowledge of work zone traffic control, mobile roadway operations, highway striping and TMA practices and electrical safety within roadway environments.</li><li style="text-align:justify">Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FHWA, and state DOT regulations.</li></ul><div style="text-align:justify">We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.</div>Powered by JazzHR

Gulf Management

Safety Director

Adult Learning

Analysis Skills

Coaching

Communication Skills

Construction Management

Construction Safety

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

Customer Service Management

Dart Programming Language

Data Analysis

Detail Oriented

Electricity

Genetics

Hazard Analysis

Heavy Equipment/Vehicles

Leadership

Maintain Compliance

Mentoring

Metrics

Microsoft Active Server Page (ASP)

Mobile Technology

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

OSHA

Onboarding

Operations Management

Operations Processes

Performance Analysis

Performance Management

Policy Development

Problem Solving Skills

Procedure Development

Process Improvement

Project Planning

Regulations

Reporting Skills

Risk

Risk Management

Roadway Construction

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Process

Safety Standards

Safety Systems

Safety Training

Safety/Work Safety

Staff Development

State Laws and Regulations

Training Program

Training/Teaching

Trend Analysis

Vehicle Fleets

Willing to Travel

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Our provided support services include Administration, Accounting and Finance, Business Development and Sales, Fleet Management, Human Resources, Information Technology/Security, Organizational Development and Training, Operations Support, and Safety/Compliance. The Regional Safety Partner will provide expert EHS guidance, identify workplace hazards, and assist in implementing corrective measures to maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, MUTCD, FMCSA and all applicable federal and state regulations.

ABOUT US: Gulf Management, Inc. is a management consulting firm that supports businesses in the road construction and manufacturing industries through comprehensive operational and business management services.  Our provided support services include Administration, Accounting and Finance, Business Development and Sales, Fleet Management, Human Resources, Information Technology/Security, Organizational Development and Training, Operations Support, and Safety/Compliance.  Though our industry leading best practices, we are able to address operational obstacles, optimize business processes, and improve efficiency, all while ensuring the safety of the company’s most valuable assets… its employees.   ***The Regional Safety Partner will be supporting companies in Louisiana and Florida.  To successfully meet the needs of the role, candidates must be able to travel between locations weekly and on an as-needed basis.  The primary schedule is Mon to Fri with occasional nights and weekends in order to meet with all working staff.  Occasional call may be required for incidents that take place outside of traditional business hours. ***  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. JOB SUMMARY: The Regional Safety Partner will provide expert EHS guidance, identify workplace hazards, and assist in implementing corrective measures to maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, MUTCD, FMCSA and all applicable federal and state regulations. They will play a key role in developing, monitoring, and improving safety programs that align with company policies and industry best practices.This position reports to the Director of Administration, who will provide additional support and guidance as needed. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to influence a culture of safety across diverse work environments.  <h1 style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px">DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</h1><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Travel between locations based on safety needs.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, Identify and evaluate workplace hazards, recommend corrective actions, and assist in implementation.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Develop and deliver safety training programs and materials.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Ensure regulatory compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, MUTCD, FMCSA and federal, and state regulations and remain up to date with changing standards.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Create necessary toolbox talks for companies to utilize and monitor compliance of the program.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Assist in the development and implementation of safety policies and procedures.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Serve as a resource and advisor to company management and employees on safety related issues.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Monitor and analyze safety metrics to drive continuous improvement.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Support company personnel in achieving their safety goals.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Develop, implement, attend and participate in employee-lead safety committee meetings at each location.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Monitor emergency preparedness program and update as required.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Review dashcam footage and support company management and addressing unsafe events.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Follow all company policies procedures and protocols.</li><li style="margin-bottom:11px">Any other duties as assigned.</li></ul><h1 style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px">SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:</h1>Active Listening – Gives full attention to what others are saying, takes time to understand the points being made, asks questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt at inappropriate times. Reading Comprehension – Understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Critical Thinking – Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Monitoring – Monitors/Assesses performance of individuals or teams to make improvements or take corrective action. Active Learning – Understands the implications of new information to both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Instructing – With an understanding of learning styles, teaches job/work-related classes to employees. Oral Comprehension/Expression– Listens and understands information and ideas presented through verbally. Verbally communicates information and ideas in a way that ensures understanding. Reasoning – Possesses the ability to combine pieces of information to form conclusions (including finding relationships between seemingly unrelated events). Possesses the ability to produce answers that make sense based on context. Written Comprehension – Able to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Problem Sensitivity – The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem. Written Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.  <h1 style="margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:5px">MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</h1><ul><li style="margin-top:1px">Relevant college degree or equivalent job experience (3-5 years)</li><li>Experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) roles.</li><li>Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and regulatory compliance.</li><li style="margin-top:1px">Two or more years of experience in construction safety preferred</li><li style="margin-top:2px">One or more years of roadway construction experience preferred</li><li style="margin-top:2px">Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft 365</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.</li><li>Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Experience with incident investigations and corrective action implementation.</li><li style="margin-top:1px;margin-right:17px">Must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screen</li></ul> <h2 style="margin-top:11px;margin-right:19px;margin-bottom:5px">LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS</h2><h2 style="margin-right:19px;margin-top:11px;margin-bottom:5px">Company will provide the following classes to employee. Employee will have six months to successfully complete assigned classes and obtain corresponding certifications in:</h2><ul><li class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-left:8px">First Aid CPR AED Instructor</li><li class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-left:8px">NSC Defensive Driving Instructor</li><li class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-left:8px">Flagger Instructor</li><li class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-left:8px">Lift Truck Instructor</li><li class="MsoBodyText" style="margin-left:8px">Traffic Control Technician/Supervisor</li></ul>Powered by JazzHR

Regional Safety Partner

Accounting

Administrative Skills

Auditing

Background Investigation

Best Practices

Business Development

Business Services

Business Support

CPR Certification

Channel Support

Computer Security

Computer Skills

Corporate Policies

Defibrillator

Driving Instructor

Environmental Health

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Federal Laws and Regulations

Finance

First Aid

Fleet Management

Fleet Sales

Forklift

Human Resources

Management Consulting

Manufacturing

Microsoft Product Family

Operational Support

Organizational Development/Management

Policy Implementation

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Analysis

Safety Compliance

Writing Skills

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