Vice President of Environmental, Health and Safety

AWP Safety • Columbus, OH

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President of Environmental, Health and Safety – Field Operations will serve as a key strategic leader responsible for driving and embedding a culture of safety and environmental compliance across all levels of our traffic management operations. This individual will assist in the development of, and lead the execution of, a comprehensive Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) strategy, translating high-level goals into clear, actionable tactics that reduce risk, ensure compliance, and protect the health and well-being of employees, the public, and the environment.

Requirements

• 12 – 15 years of progressive experience in safety leadership, with a focus on utilities, telecom, traffic management, construction, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing EHS strategies at the enterprise level.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in managing teams across multiple geographic regions.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, DOT, CCOHS and industry-specific standards and regulations.
• BS, Environmental, Health and Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene or related field.
• Exceptional strategic thinking with the ability to drive execution.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to travel 40% of the time (regionally & nationally)

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred (MS, MBA, etc.)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred; neither is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development, and lead the execution, of the company’s EHS strategy aligned with the overall business objectives.
• Translate strategic safety initiatives into measurable programs, policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with regional leaders and field teams to adapt safety strategies to AWP Safety’s diverse project environments.
• Oversee adherence to federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Manage regulatory inspections and incident investigations with a proactive, preventative approach.
• Assess and mitigate EHS risks in high-exposure environments such as roadways, construction zones, and field operations.
• Use data analytics to drive continuous EHS improvement.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective and preventative action development as appropriate.
• Provide executive leadership to regional and field-level EHS teams, ensuring alignment with company standards.
• Mentor and develop EHS talent and promote employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Champion a culture of accountability, empowerment, and proactive safety ownership.
• Ensure effective internal communication and knowledge sharing related to significant EHS events, expectations, policy changes, and best practices.
• Drives enterprise-wide reduction of exposure to high-energy hazards and potential serious injury and fatality (SIF) risks through proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies.
• Advances a culture where operational leaders and Protectors actively recognize, report, and address hazards before incidents occur.
• Establishes leading indicators that measure the effectiveness of risk identification, hazard resolution, field engagement, learning activities, and critical control verification.
• Partners with Operations leadership to embed risk-based decision-making into planning, execution, and continuous improvement processes across all regions.
• Improves organizational learning by ensuring meaningful analysis of significant events, near misses, and high-potential exposures, resulting in sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Enhances operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and business performance by integrating safety excellence into daily operations and strategic business objectives.

Benefits

• Career Growth Opportunities - Clear pathways for advancement within a growing organization.
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays - Take time to recharge with a competitive PTO and holiday package.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage available beginning the first of the month following hire.
• Multiple Plan Options - Choose from three medical plans, two dental plans, and a variety of supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, legal and identity protection coverage.
• $50,000 of basic life insurance provided at no cost to employees.
• Added peace of mind with employer-paid LTD coverage.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts - Available to help manage healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• 401(k) with Company Match - Save for your future with company-supported retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

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