Director of Safety (Distribution)

Irby Construction Company • Geismar, LA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Safety Director (Distribution) is responsible for the administration and oversight of multiple project safety programs within a designated distribution region to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. The position leads the rollout and implementation of Corporate Safety Programs, audits field operations for compliance, partners with regional leadership on strategic safety planning, and provides direction and development to assigned safety professionals.
This role requires a strong understanding of utility construction safety, the ability to identify and resolve jobsite hazards, and the leadership presence to influence safe work practices across multiple projects and teams. The Regional Safety Director monitors regional safety performance, supports incident investigation and corrective action, and helps align safety performance with operational, production, quality, and project-delivery objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of related safety experience and training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience administering safety programs across multiple projects or jobsites, preferably within utility or construction operations.
• Proven leadership experience supervising, coaching, and developing safety professionals or field teams.
• Strong knowledge of occupational safety practices, incident investigation, corrective-action processes, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and successfully complete required background screening.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. No employer sponsorship is offered for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, Environmental, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Current certification, or active pursuit of certification, as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST), or Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).
• Formal Root Cause Analysis training.
• Experience supporting electric utility distribution construction or similar field operations.
• Experience leading safety strategy and performance improvement across multiple projects, crews, or geographic locations.

Responsibilities

• Administer and oversee multiple project safety programs across the assigned distribution region in accordance with Corporate Safety Programs and applicable requirements.
• Perform audits and inspections of work areas and provide safety expertise in response to identified deficiencies and requests for safety assistance.
• Supervise, coach, guide, and develop assigned Safety Coordinators and other regional safety professionals.
• Audit jobsite safety reports and verify implementation of required safety elements at project locations.
• Conduct and follow up on accident and incident investigations; ensure appropriate corrective actions are identified, documented, communicated, and completed.
• Evaluate Safety Professionals' ability to identify, communicate, and resolve safety issues on the jobsite and provide coaching or development as needed.
• Partner with regional leadership to create and implement strategic safety plans and corrective action plans for assigned areas.
• Identify, document, and recommend resolution of hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions; follow through to verify corrective actions have been completed.
• Compile incident-related data, photographs, documentation, and required forms and reports in accordance with company procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist with employee, craft, insurance, and regulatory inspection walk-throughs and accompany inspectors when required.
• Support emergency situations as required and assist with auditing or maintaining fire protection and grounding systems.
• Track and report regional safety performance metrics, including TRIR, DART rate, EMR, near-miss trends, and leading indicators, and communicate results to regional and corporate leadership on a regular cadence.
• Partner with regional Operations leadership to align safety initiatives with production schedules, budget, quality goals, and overall operational objectives.
• Monitor and analyze the operational and financial impact of incidents, including workers' compensation claims, experience modification rate, insurance costs, downtime, and related risk factors; recommend corrective actions to reduce recurrence and cost.
• Participate in regional operational reviews to represent safety performance, highlight trends, and recommend continuous-improvement initiatives that support productivity and project delivery.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for regional safety personnel and jobsite teams, connecting safety performance with broader regional operational goals.
• Use audit, inspection, and incident data to identify regional risk trends and drive proactive process improvements before they affect schedule, cost, quality, or field performance.
• Adhere to company standards, policies, and procedures and perform other duties assigned based on the needs of the region.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
• Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
• Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
• Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
• Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
• Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.

What This Job Offers

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