Senior Director of Safety & Quality
About The Position
The Senior Director of Safety & Quality at IFS InfraSource will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of enterprise-wide safety and quality programs tailored to the natural gas, electric, renewables, site utility and communications industries. This senior leadership role is responsible for driving strategic initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and cultivating a proactive culture of safety and operational excellence across all InfraSource operations. The Senior Director will collaborate with executive leadership, field teams, and external stakeholders to enhance performance, mitigate risk, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality.
Requirements
- Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in safety and quality management within the natural gas, electric, renewables, site utility and communications industries.
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
- Deep understanding of industry-specific regulations, standards, and best practices
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive enterprise-wide initiatives
- Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills
- Experience with safety and quality management systems and data analytics tools
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree and/or professional certifications (e.g., CSP, CIH, Six Sigma) are considered a distinct advantage
Responsibilities
- Design and execute long-term safety and quality strategies aligned with InfraSource’ s business objectives
- Champion a culture of safety and quality across all levels of the organization
- Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive safety and quality programs specific to natural gas, electric, renewables, site utility and communications industries.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations
- Oversee the creation and delivery of advanced training programs for employees and subcontractors, including hazard recognition, emergency response, and industry-specific protocols
- Promote continuous learning and professional development within the safety and quality teams
- Direct investigations of incidents, accidents, and near-misses, ensuring thorough root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions
- Monitor and report safety and quality performance metrics to executive leadership
- Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for high-risk operations
- Lead internal audits and inspections to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards
- Develop and maintain emergency response plans, including disaster recovery and crisis management protocols
- Coordinate drills and simulations to ensure organizational readiness
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies, clients, and internal leadership on safety and quality matters
- Present strategic updates and performance reports to the executive team
Benefits
- Paid on-the-job technical and professional training
- Defined career path for future growth
- Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
