Director of Safety and Wellbeing-2611100RJ01

Ardmore Roderick • Chicago, IL

1d • $195,520 - $245,440

About The Position

Ardmore Roderick is a full-service infrastructure solutions firm specializing in Utilities, Transportation, Aviation, Rail and Transit, and Building and Facilities Projects. The Director of Safety and Wellbeing provides strategic leadership for companywide safety, employee wellbeing, and risk management programs, and helps foster a culture that puts worker safety first. The role may be based in the Chicago or Downers Grove office, with potential for hybrid work depending on client, project, and team needs.

The director oversees safety compliance, training, inspections, incident and claims analysis, reporting, and risk-reduction programs. The role also leads employee wellness strategy and initiatives, manages relevant budgets and vendors, coordinates with internal and external partners, and plans and directs employees’ work to accomplish organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in occupational safety or a four-year degree in a similar area of concentration.
• At least 15 years of safety management-related experience at a construction, consulting, or engineering design-focused firm.
• At least 3 years of experience in a safety manager or health and safety manager role.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues across the company and with internal and external clients.
• Solid knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices in the workplace.
• Experience with subcontractor safety protocols.
• Familiarity with writing health and safety policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting statistics.
• Working knowledge of safety management software such as iAuditor, Avetta, SiteDocs, or Safesite.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a team-player mindset.
• Strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree(s) in safety management, occupational health, or another safety-focused area of study.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Occupational Health and Safety Technician (OHST), or Safety Management Specialist (SMS) certification.
• Associate Risk Manager (ARM), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), or safety-related fleet certifications from accredited organizations such as NATMI.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for companywide safety, employee wellbeing, and risk management programs through mentorship, coaching, and development.
• Administer and ensure compliance with OSHA practices, emergency preparedness, site-specific safety assessments and resolutions, protective equipment use, and accident protocols.
• Coordinate with fleet personnel to maintain the Driver Safety Performance System (LYTX) and Safe Driving Training (SMITH Driving).
• Assist administration with auto liability claims and work with fleet personnel to reduce motor vehicle accidents and improve vehicle driving safety.
• Assist Human Resources with workers’ compensation administration, including efforts to reduce employee lost time and manage the company EMR.
• Implement technical programs and analyze incidents, near misses, claims, trends, leading indicators, and safety risk factors to support risk mitigation.
• Oversee safety orientations, required training, inspections, audits, incident reporting and investigations, corrective actions, and follow-up.
• Partner with operational and project leaders to address client-, site-, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Partner with leadership and internal or external stakeholders on loss prevention, claims trends, and risk-reduction priorities.
• Coordinate interactions with intercompany resources and external partners in accordance with current policies and regulations.
• Develop dashboards and regular leadership reports covering safety performance, corrective actions, claims, training, wellness activity, and leading risk indicators.
• Manage applicable goals, improvement priorities, program budgets, vendors, and external consultants, and evaluate the value and effectiveness of services.
• Develop and lead an employee wellness strategy supporting physical and mental well-being, prevention, and sustainable work practices.
• Partner with Human Resources and benefit partners to connect employees with wellness resources, preventive programs, and the Employee Assistance Program.
• Lead education and initiatives related to ergonomics, fatigue, stress management, healthy work practices, and other workforce wellbeing priorities.
• Maintain systems and data in owner compliance systems such as ISNetworld and Avetta.
• Develop and execute information solutions for efficient, accurate, and comprehensive reporting and information exchange.
• Monitor safety trends and regulations and incorporate them into training and programs.
• Drive cost reduction and efficiency improvements related to safety engineering controls and processes.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate employee activities to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k).
• Paid maternity leave.
• Competitive PTO.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director