Director, Construction Health & Safety

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Key Responsibilities

Manages US Construction Health and Safety staffing to successfully support the ongoing projects nationwide. Develops, organizes, and implements Environmental Health and Safety programs that meet or exceed local, regional, and national regulatory compliance standards, along with NTT GID corporate value statements. Develops, delivers, and reports on critical success indicators to senior level leadership. Provides a strategic vision for creating a safe work environment for employees, clients, contractors, and subcontractors. Oversees the creation, publication, and maintenance of the corporate safety policy, safe work practices, and associated procedural documentation. Assesses current safety programs for compliance and effectiveness, and to identify specific areas and means of improvement. Administers, directs, and manages compliance with the company Illness and Injury Prevention Program and accident prevention efforts. Tracks incident metrics and applies findings. Oversees the development and maintenance of facility evacuation procedures for all company buildings and coordinates periodic drills. Coordinates and participates in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Initiates, performs, and documents jobsite inspections and audits with special emphasis on hazard recognition and identifying unsafe behaviors in data centers and at construction sites with contractor's onsite safety team. Schedules, coordinates, and conducts safety meetings and training programs to ensure the effective communication of company policy and safety standards. Maintains records of employee safety training through the company or a third party. Facilitates safety committee meetings and related activities including the recording of minutes, corrective actions required, and action item documentation. Assists in coordinating new hire safety orientation training, annual risk / safety training, remedial safety training, and First Aid / CPR and AED training. Reviews job hazard assessments and recommend measures to control exposures, including substitution of less hazardous materials, use of PPE (personal protective equipment), work practice changes, and engineering controls. Ensures injury reports are completed promptly and accurately. Conduct injury prevention meetings, recommends appropriate corrective actions, etc. in response to significant injuries. Assists personnel in the proper methods of incident investigation, safety inspections, incident reporting, and compliance with safety laws and regulations.

Knowledge & Attributes

Experienced with, and knowledgeable of, United States occupational health and safety regulations including OSHA, NEC, NFPA, ASTM, NIOSH, EPA, ANSI, and other industry standards. Capable of effectively utilizing Microsoft Office applications with the ability to utilize for communications and evaluation of data.

Academic Qualifications & Certifications

College degree required, preferred in Occupational Safety, Health, and / or Environmental (or equivalent), from an accredited college or university. CSP or similar EHS certification required.

Required Experience

Minimum of 10 years in any Construction EHS Management role in a national environment associated with mid to large-scale construction, construction management, data center, or renewables organization, with a global program or project management focus, leadership experience is an advantage.

Physical Requirements

Regularly moves equipment and other hardware up to 35 lbs. Frequently move about inside and outside of data center / facility. Remain stationary for long periods of time. Ascend / Descend a ladder and perform duties atop a raised platform. Navigates enter construction sites to include stairs, roofs, scaffolds, etc. Position self in small spaces. Operate computer, peripherals, and other office equipment. Perform work during US business hours and time zones.

Work Conditions & Other Requirements

Work onsite at a data center location when required. Exposure to varying temperatures and loud noises. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Travel required 50% of time. Primarily perform work from a remote location with a stable internet connection. This is a remote position that requires reliable internet connection and electricity. A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers, and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.