Eastern US Regional Safety Manager

E2 Optics•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry-powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow. At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA - we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win. If you are looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America's largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what's next. Safety is E2 Optics number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Bachelors Degree preferred in Environmental Science Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Management, Safety Management, Business Management, Psychology or similar study
5 + years Safety Management experience in progressively responsible leadership roles will be considered in lieu of bachelors degree
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) required; ASP/CSP/SMS Certification preferred
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects
5-10 years progressively responsible leadership roles within Occupational Health and/or Safety experience in a construction or manufacturing environment preferred
Knowledge of federal, state and local environmental, health, and safety laws
Experience with inspections, incident investigations, process safety, contractor safety, safety training, hazard reviews and job safety analysis
Experience with Safety Management programs
Proficient in using a computer and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.) and MS Project
Solid working knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and site
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, safety modeling (SOP), leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, government regulations, and requirements
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings, or other structures within Regional Datacenters
Speaking, writing, reading comprehension
Active listening, critical thinking
Judgment and decision making
Systems analysis / evaluation
Complex problem solving
Time management

Responsibilities

Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite policies
Promotes company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture
Develops and manages corporate safety initiatives to build a world class program for all Eastern US Regional sites
Works with personnel in all areas and at all levels to achieve consistent safe practices throughout the US Eastern region
Provides support to regional field leadership helping them build and maintain awareness of developing environmental, health and safety issues and adopt best practices
Maintains accident-prevention and lost mitigation programs for incorporation into the operational policies of the organization to provide regional construction operations leadership and consistency
Determines corrective or preventative measures where indicated and verifies measures have been implemented
Communicates the expectations, goals, standards, and metrics used to measure progress
Attends and supports required Safety Management meetings will all levels of both internal and external parties
Develops, follows-up and verifies completion of action items based off KPIs
Maintains health and safety leadership and awareness skills among Safety Managers to support compliance with internal and external requirements
Manages Safety training needs in accordance with both E2 Optics and customer guidelines
Provides technical and regulatory compliance expertise and support throughout the Eastern US region
Manages compliance inspections and audits and associated tracking
Maintains safety files and records structure for field audits to verify actual results, compliance and business reporting to E2 Optics business and region partners as needed
Leads the investigation of accidents and injuries at region sites and cooperates in the preparation of material and evidence for organization use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations
Reviews, compiles and submits accident reports required by US Eastern region partners
Works closely with the Director of Safety US Operations and HR in the administration of the workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time
Supports Human Resources with drug, alcohol, and medical screening of all employees
The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics
Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned