BU Safety Compliance Program Manager
About The Position
The BU Safety Compliance Program Manager supports the development, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of health and safety compliance programs for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW). The role serves as a subject matter expert for the Safety Management System (SMS), Project Safety Plan (PSP), ISO 45001, regulatory compliance, safety assurance, auditing, corrective-action management, and safety performance monitoring. The position develops and reviews safety procedures, programs, and compliance documentation; conducts compliance audits and assessments; evaluates safety performance and emerging risks; and provides technical guidance to project leadership, safety professionals, employees, and contractors. The position follows a hybrid 3-2 schedule, with three days in the office and two days teleworking. Relocation may be offered to an eligible successful candidate.
Requirements
- 7–8+ years of directly related experience.
- Thorough understanding of company safety policies and work methods.
- Expert knowledge of applicable safety and fire protection regulations and requirements.
- Advanced technical expertise in the applicable job-specific discipline.
- Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills.
- Excellent communication skills, including public speaking, presentation, and writing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence without authority.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to collaborate with others.
- Ability to perform root cause analysis on accident or incident investigations.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
- A bachelor's degree is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of the preferred education level.
- Preferred disciplines include Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety; other disciplines may be substituted.
- Complete Global Wind Organization (GWO) basic safety training.
- Pass US Coast Guard Medical Qualification 719K and a cardio stress test.
- Maintain a weight not exceeding 265 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience demonstrating knowledge, skills, and abilities related to marine energy development, marine construction, heavy civil construction, coastal infrastructure, and/or port and harbor development.
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Responsibilities
- Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement of the CVOW Safety Management System (SMS) and Project Safety Plan (PSP).
- Support ISO 45001 certification and conformance activities, including audits, management reviews, findings, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
- Develop, review, and maintain safety procedures, programs, standards, and compliance documentation.
- Conduct and support safety compliance audits, assessments, and assurance activities.
- Monitor and evaluate corrective actions resulting from audits, incidents, assessments, and identified compliance gaps.
- Review safety performance data, including incidents, observations, audit findings, corrective actions, and leading and lagging indicators, to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Monitor applicable health and safety requirements and provide technical guidance regarding their application to CVOW activities.
- Provide subject matter expertise on safety compliance, SMS requirements, ISO 45001, and associated safety programs.
- Support contractor safety compliance and assurance by reviewing applicable safety documentation, findings, and corrective actions.
- Evaluate emerging health and safety risks and support the development or revision of appropriate programs, procedures, and technical guidance.
- Promote continual improvement through lessons learned, audit results, performance trends, risk assessments, and changes in applicable requirements.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners.
- Vacation.
- Retirement plans, including 401(k) contributions and matching.
- Paid holidays.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Bonus eligibility.
- Sick leave.
- Disability insurance.
- Relocation may be offered to an eligible successful candidate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
