Director of Safety and Risk Management in San Jose, CA. Review the job responsibilities and requirements, then apply with Gulfstream Strategic Placements.
Snapshot / Role Overview We're seeking a Director of Safety and Risk Management in San Jose, California to set one safety and risk standard across construction, fabrication, and fleet operations in California and Nevada. Impact - Reduce serious injuries and preventable claims. - Lower total cost of risk through stronger claims and loss control. - Give executives a clear view of top exposures. - Keep every region audit-ready and prepared for a crisis. - Build a practical safety culture with union and nonunion crews. Responsibilities - Lead regional safety directors, safety staff, and the risk management team. - Establish company-wide safety and risk policies, metrics, and budgets. - Oversee construction, shop, and manufacturing safety, including fall protection, rigging, hazardous energy, and machine guarding. - Direct serious injury prevention, incident investigations, and corrective-action closeout. - Manage workers' compensation and liability claims strategy, reserves, and return-to-work. - Guide insurance and risk financing, including a captive program, surety, and broker relationships. - Lead crisis management and business continuity plans, drills, and post-incident reviews. - Partner with legal, finance, and HR on contract risk and reserves. - Track leading indicators, EMR, claim trends, and total cost of risk. - Advise the COO on serious incidents, regulatory changes, and investments. Requirements Must-Haves - Bring 12 or more years of safety, EHS, or risk leadership, with at least 5 years at the director or senior manager level. - Lead safety in commercial construction or mechanical contracting. - Manage programs across multiple locations or states. - Apply strong knowledge of federal OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and Nevada OSHA rules. - Hold OSHA 30 Construction or equivalent advanced construction safety training. - Oversee workers' compensation claims, insurance programs, and loss trends. Nice-to-Haves - Hold a CSP and an ARM, or credentials such as CHST, ASP, CRM, or CRIS. - Bring captive insurance, fabrication shop, or fleet safety experience. - Work with union construction workforces and collective bargaining agreements. - Hold a degree in occupational safety, risk management, construction management, or engineering. Compensation & Logistics Competitive salary depending on experience; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and a 401(k) with employer contribution. Full-time role based in San Jose, California, with regular travel across California and Nevada and occasional after-hours incident response. Call to Action If you're ready to advance your career in mechanical construction, apply today or connect with us to learn more.
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