Director of Safety EPC - Lexicon Construction Management

Division Safety Director

Are you ready to start "Building America"? At Lexicon, we're seeking a skilled Division Safety Director to join our Construction Management division and be a part of our continued success. Offering competitive pay, this role presents an exciting opportunity for growth and development!

If you're passionate about being a part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation, then Lexicon is the place for you. Join us and become a part of our growing family as we continue to build a brighter future together. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey with Lexicon!

Lexicon Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• HSA with employer contributions
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401k with company match
• Lexicon University

Our Lexicon University provides free career development and training, so employees can improve their skills in their chosen field, learn new skills in another area and build a career path that leads to job satisfaction and success for them and their families.

Position Summary

As the primary leader and manager of the Company's safety initiatives, the LCM Division Safety Director plays a crucial role in advancing a best-in-class safety and risk management culture across all Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) operations. This position provides strategic direction and leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety and loss control programs. The Director ensures that the Company's safety program complies with all applicable OSHA, client, and construction industry standards while fostering a culture of accountability and proactive safety engagement.

The Safety Director is responsible for overseeing and supporting a team of safety professionals and managing subcontractor safety programs to ensure compliance, collaboration, and alignment with company and client expectations. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Safety and maintains a strong dotted-line reporting relationship to the LCM Division Vice President, ensuring consistent communication and alignment across all levels of the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Culture

• Lead the development, communication, and implementation of the Company's safety vision, objectives, strategies, policies, and procedures to achieve best-in-class performance.
• Provide proactive leadership by anticipating potential safety risks, identifying solutions, and fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor, train, and empower safety professionals, field teams, and management to promote ownership of safety performance at all levels.
• Serve as a visible and approachable leader who models safety excellence in all interactions with employees, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.

Safety Program Management

• Oversee all safety operations for the LCM Division, ensuring consistency and effectiveness of safety initiatives across EPC projects.
• Manage and evaluate subcontractor safety programs, ensuring compliance with Company standards, client expectations, and all regulatory requirements.
• Lead and support Field Safety Managers in ensuring job sites remain hazard-free through periodic safety audits and inspections.
• Direct the development and maintenance of the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) process to ensure each project maintains a compliant and effective safety plan.
• Serve as the primary liaison for all external safety and risk management agencies, including OSHA and other federal, state, and local authorities.

Incident Prevention and Investigation

• Oversee incident investigations and ensure thorough root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
• Conduct and/or supervise hazard assessments, safety inspections, and data analysis to identify trends and develop preventive measures.
• Provide regular reports and recommendations to senior leadership regarding safety performance, trends, and improvement opportunities.

Training and Development

• Ensure that all employees, including subcontractor personnel, receive appropriate and effective safety training.
• Plan and implement safety education programs, including new hire orientations, equipment operation, first aid/CPR certification, and regulatory compliance training.
• Maintain and update all training records and documentation per federal and state requirements.

Subcontractor and Client Relations

• Evaluate and prequalify subcontractor safety programs, ensuring alignment with company and client safety expectations.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Field Safety Managers to verify subcontractor compliance and performance.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, and inspectors, promoting transparency and partnership in achieving safety goals.

Qualifications and Expectations

Personal Qualities

• Honest, trustworthy, and professional leader who models integrity and respect.
• Strategic thinker with strong communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in addressing safety challenges.
• Passionate about safety, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Maintains confidentiality, demonstrates sound judgment, and upholds company values.

Technical Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, DOSH, ANSI, NFPA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Strong understanding of workers' compensation and claims management processes.
• Proficient in safety management systems and technologies including Procore, Power BI, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with EPC construction operations and subcontractor oversight.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in industrial Hygiene, Safety Management, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive safety leadership experience in the industrial construction or EPC industry.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) preferred.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for our company without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Note: The company does not provide employment visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• This position frequently requires travel to job sites, fabrication facilities, and client locations within varying environmental conditions.
• The role may involve standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 25 pounds as needed during site inspections or investigations.
• Must be able to navigate uneven terrain, scaffolding, and construction areas while maintaining situational awareness of surrounding hazards.
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to operate standard office equipment including computers and communication devices.
• Must be capable of wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots.
• Work may be performed in both office and field environments, with occasional exposure to noise, dust, fumes, temperature fluctuations, and industrial hazards.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time based on project and operational needs.