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Senior Director of Environmental Health and Safety

Wanzek
life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, North Dakota, Fargo
4850 32nd Avenue South (Show on map)
Sep 08, 2025
Overview Position Summary: Oversee safety functions to support company construction teams. Company Overview MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone-from interns to executives-to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry. The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Responsibilities Essential Job Functions: Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives Participate in the implementation of strategic business plans Manage capital requests and group's budget Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction. Set exemplary standards of ethics and stewardship of the company's resources, support company philosophy, practice and goals, function as a team player and help to maintain excellent communication with the Safety Department Staff and company Management Monthly site visits to conduct or participate in site audits/scorecards Assure that all projects are planned in phase gates, supported with written site safety plans at the outset of the project. Review the plans for completeness and approve them Consult with Group Safety Managers and provide guidance to the Safety Team and project management in the establishment of the safety program, including medical arrangements and an injury management plan Work with assigned Safety Analyst to drive the Dashboard process and visible metrics as per the Vice President EHS direction Ensure that a corporate safety training plan is completed and provide guidance to the training team members Work with the Safety Training manager to ensure all training processes are effective and meeting customers/stakeholders needs Identify emerging trends in injury prevention and be aware of new technology, tools, PPE Evaluate and recommend safety tools and improvements in department functioning with the VP EHS Weekly review of trends and safety data to ensure we provide proactive leadership based on analytics Manage the corporate safety policies and procedures and provide recommendations to the VP EHS Maintain effective communications with appropriate safety and/or operations management personnel for the various clients with attention to coordination of such communications with the appropriate site management and safety personnel Oversee critical meetings at the request of the VP EHS and develop the agendas, ensure Director or GSM's understand assignments Ensure the ISN, PICS and other prequalification processes are maintained as required Attend or ensure attendance on phase gates or job kickoffs to provide appropriate safety support at the earliest planning phase of each project Maintain strong communications with site management, Group Sr. Directors, and the Vice President EHS regarding compliance by project sites with the Corporate Safety Program and policies and actions taken to remedy any deficiencies Assist Group Managers in staffing to support field operations Maintain a recruiting network of safety managers to provide operation with safety support Provide input and support to the Site Managers for performance evaluation of Safety Staff Manage the selection and assignment of site safety personnel with attention to proper experience, training, and qualifications for the type of project to which they are being assigned or proposed for assignment In the event a serious safety condition is identified during a site visit, assure that complete and appropriate corrective action has taken place. Assume the authority to order discontinuance of work on a project, or area of a project, where such serious safety conditions cannot be immediately corrected Manage the Injury Management process for occupational injuries to provide the highest levels of medical care for injured workers while maintaining regulatory compliance and consistency in application Work with the VP EHS on Regulatory issues including OSHA/MSHA Recordability, Inspections, Preparation for Informal's, etc. Oversee the Drug and Alcohol Program for the company Provide mentoring and progressive career opportunity for Safety Staff Manage the company proactive processes and oversee the R4 program Oversee the company environmental program with the VP EHS as required to ensure compliance Qualifications Education and Work Experience Requirements: Associates or Bachelor's degree in Safety or a safety related field or equivalent experience Professional certification (CSP, CIH, CHST) required 12-15 years related experience in management/construction management or equivalent combination of experience and training Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Take reasonable care of your own and others' health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward the company's Zero injury beliefs A visible leader, relationship builder and excellent communicator in a proactive and positive manner Read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations for application in the company Develop reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public Excellent computer skills Excellent time management skills Advanced supervisory and leadership skills Ability to shift priorities and adapt to the needs of the organization Understand environmental permitting regulations on the projects and measures to ensure compliance Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables Travel requirement - 15%, or as needed based on business demands Working Environment: When visiting jobsites, the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises Physical Demands: MasTec, Inc. is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. What's in it for you: Financial Wellbeing Compensation $0-$0 / year, commensurate with experience Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care) Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount Discounted National Gym Membership Network Family & Lifestyle Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation Employee Assistance Program Planning for the Unexpected Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage Emergency Travel Assistance Program Group legal plan Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.