EHS Director - Congruex

Job Title: EHS Director
Operating Congruex Network Solutions
Department: Safety        
Reports To: VP Safety
Employment Status: Full-Time
Primary Location: Memphis, TN


We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to any other employees in the same or similar role.

Company Profile:
Congruex is looking for a EHS Director to join our team. Learn more about it at www.congruex.com.

Congruex Network Solutions 
 
Congruex Network Solutions (CNS) provides turn-key network services and specializes in large-scale design and build services. Program managers coordinate all project phases, handling planning, design, and construction. CNS establishes strong collaborations with local organizations and municipalities, ensuring smooth partnerships in every project. Leveraging best-in-class techniques, CNS effectively reduce costs, minimize risks, and increase client returns on investment.

We are the One Congruex Family. We are building tomorrow, together. 

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The Position

CNS company is a rapidly expanding company seeking a EHS Director to support the CNS team. The EHS Director will serve as the cognizant expert in matters relating to HSE and shall have the authority to stop work activity in the event of imminent danger to the health and safety of workers, the public, or the environment. The EHS Director will ensure understanding and compliance with CNS Congruex HSE Department, client, local, state, and federal government health, safety, and environmental regulations and requirements. 

Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

Primary responsibilities will consist of the administration and management of a comprehensive HSE training and program compliance to promote and ensure safe work practices, conditions and worker activities of CNS subcontractor, sub-tiered subcontractor employees; as well as the integration of our company HSE policies with the client’s HSE programs. Support all HSE efforts for CNS and promote Congruex Safety culture.
 

• Enforce corporate and project specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state, and local safety standards.
• Oversee and audit construction and workplace safety compliance and practices at multiple subsidiary operations; present and implement risk management solutions to identified gaps.
• Partner closely with General Manager to plan, implement and oversee a unified framework for consolidated safety improvement initiatives and reporting / metrics, including, but not limited to workplace safety, fleet safety and general liability risks and controls.
• Partner closely with Contracts Management to ensure all customer safety requirements are met in accordance with service agreements and contracts.
• Partner closely with corporate and finance to ensure overall safety costs are aligned with consolidated and itemized budgets.
• Partner closely with People Services (HR), Engineering Directors, and Construction Directors to champion CNS safety culture and partner on training strategy and delivery.
• Oversee and ensure Federal and State Plan OSHA (CAL-OSHA, others) compliance for all business units.
• Manage the incident reporting and investigation process to ensure accurate and timely reporting of all incident information and determine root causes to prevent recurrence of similar injuries.
• Work closely with corporate and Worker’s Compensation insurance carrier to ensure proper and efficient handling of claims and coordinate carrier risk control meetings and site visits.
• Pursue involvement with professional safety and trade associations.
• Up to 50% domestic travel

Required Skills & Qualifications:
General

• Highly motivated, energetic, self-directed individual with good analytical and problem-solving skills including continuous improvement and risk analysis methodologies.
• Outstanding interpersonal, written/verbal communication and presentation skills with a multi-national workforce.
• Proven leadership and teamwork skills to work collaboratively and influence those with limited safety and health experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, with the ability to identify and act upon safety improvement opportunities.
• Experience working with government regulations and a thorough knowledge and understanding of government safety and health regulations, including Federal OSHA – Part 1926, Cal-OSHA, DOT, ANSI, etc.).
• 10+ years of progressive construction safety experience.
• Willing to travel overnight, as needed.
• Able to manage multiple, competing priorities in a deadline driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence supervisors, peers, subordinates, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to stay abreast of industry trends and regulations, maintains certifications (as applicable) and seeks continuous avenues for growth and improvement.
• Ability to lead teams and work autonomously, while maintaining direct lines with multiple C-level executives, as needed for proper escalations.
• High emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills, and ability to build and navigate working relationships with all levels of employees, supervisors, and C-level executives.
• Skilled at analyzing and applying a broad organizational and business perspective to identify and maintain focus on key drivers of organizational performance.
• Efficient at maximizing team member capabilities by identifying talent, providing ongoing. coaching/mentoring and feedback, supporting opportunities for growth and development.
• Possess the values of GRIT – guts, reliability, improvement, and teamwork.

Technical

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• MS Office 365:  OneDrive, SharePoint, Outlook, MS Teams.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Safety Management, Occupational Safety and Health or related field.
• Board of Certified Safety Professionals designation(s) (CSP, ASP, CHST, etc.).
• OSHA30 and/or OSHA500 certification.

Why Work At Congruex
No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family.

Opportunities
We offer opportunities at all levels across the nation – from students to industry veterans – in areas of engineering, construction, and professional services.
Wellbeing
We value the wellbeing of our people and offer competitive compensation, health benefits, wellness resources, 401(k) retirement planning, and employee recognition and leadership development programs. Options may vary by geographic location.

Culture
The pillars of Congruex culture are GRIT, safety, inclusion, and family.

• GRIT: Our GRIT values are part of our company DNA and the touchstone for our multinational workforce. 
  • Guts - having the guts to do the right thing
  • Reliability - being reliable to deliver what we promise
  • Innovation - innovating every day
  • Teamwork - embracing teamwork together as One Congruex 
• Safety: We are committed to 24/7 safety practices on our jobsites, within our offices, and all the places our team exists in between.
• Inclusion: Congruex embraces our team’s diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace for all.
• Family: We are a family-oriented company committed to the long-term health and development of our people.

The Fine Print:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.