This role owns the strategy, policy, and day-to-day execution of safety compliance and incident investigation for a workforce operating in high-risk field environments (tower climbing, trenching, electrical, fiber, and construction work).
The Director leads a team of four Managers of EHS, who carry out site visits, audits, and hands-on training delivery in the field, while the Director sets program strategy, standards, and oversight. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners closely with Operations, HR, Legal, and Risk Management to build a strong safety culture and reduce organizational risk and cost. Candidates with prior experience working in an HR environment are strongly preferred.
What You Will Do:
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve Centerline's national health and safety program across all business units and field operations.
- Establish safety policies and standards that meet or exceed OSHA and industry-specific requirements (e.g., tower climbing, trenching/excavation, electrical, confined space).
- Lead incident investigation for all safety events, near-misses, and injuries, identifying root causes and driving corrective action plans.
- Own the company's safety metrics and reporting (TRIR, DART rate, near-miss reporting, leading/lagging indicators), presenting trends to executive leadership.
- Conduct or oversee periodic safety audits and site visits across regions to assess compliance and identify risk.
- Lead, develop, and manage a team of four Managers of EHS, delegating site visits, field audits, and hands-on training delivery while retaining ownership of program strategy and standards.
- Own the end-to-end workers' compensation process, including claim intake, carrier/TPA coordination, case management, and return-to-work programs.
- Monitor open claims and reserves, working proactively to reduce claim duration, cost, and litigation exposure.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety and workers' compensation regulations across all states of operation.
- Maintain required safety documentation and recordkeeping, and serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections and audits.
- Set the strategy, standards, and curriculum for safety training programs for field employees and subcontractors; the Manager of EHS team leads on-site delivery.
- Champion a proactive, positive safety culture, partnering with field leadership and the Manager of EHS team to reinforce safe behaviors and accountability.
- Partner with HR, Legal, and Risk Management on safety- and workers' compensation-related matters, including litigation support and policy development.
- Advise executive leadership on safety and workers' compensation trends and strategic recommendations.
What You Will Need:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, Human Resources, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in health & safety and/or workers' compensation management, ideally within construction, telecommunications, utility, or other field-based industries.
- 3+ years of experience in a leadership role managing a safety and/or workers' compensation function, including direct oversight of a team.
- Demonstrated experience managing safety programs for a distributed, multi-state field workforce.
- Experience working within an HR environment strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership skills, with a proven track record of building and managing high-performing safety teams.
- Proven track record of improving a company's safety processes and outcomes, particularly for field-based roles.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry-specific safety standards relevant to construction, tower, and telecom infrastructure work.
- Proven experience managing workers' compensation claims, carrier relationships, and return-to-work programs.
- Strong analytical and investigative skills, with experience conducting root-cause analysis for safety incidents.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence field leadership and executive stakeholders alike.
- Occasional travel to field sites to support high-priority audits, investigations, and leadership visits; day-to-day training delivery is led by the Manager of EHS team.
- CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or similar certification is a plus.
- Experience in telecommunications, wireless infrastructure, or utility construction is a plus.
The pay range for this position is $150,000-$170,000 and is based on actual experience, location and internal equity.
AAP/EEO Statement:
Centerline is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Who We Are:
At Centerline, we design, build, and maintain industry-leading critical infrastructure across North America. Our technicians, engineers, and professional staff bring unmatched expertise to each job, working as a team to deliver consistent, exceptional results. That’s why Fortune 500 clients choose Centerline again and again for a wide range of projects.
With demand for connectivity at an all-time high, Centerline’s opportunities for growth are limitless — and so are yours. We’re committed to fostering your professional advancement and supporting your career journey.
We look for team members who demonstrate our core values: Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, and Reliability. Our values are key to our team’s success and driving everyone to reach their full potential. As a member of our winning team, you’ll receive comprehensive insurance benefits — medical, dental, and vision — plus a 401(k) plan, referral bonuses, and generous PTO.
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Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Risk Management, HR, or related field; 8+ years progressive health & safety and/or workers' compensation management; 3+ years leadership; OSHA knowledge; occasional travel to field sites.
Key Responsibilities
- developing safety programs
- leading incident investigations
- managing safety metrics
Job Details
- Category: Environment, Health, and Safety
- Seniority: Senior Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Salary: USD 150,000 – 170,000 / year
- Languages: English
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
About Centerline
A company that designs, builds, and maintains critical infrastructure across North America. — Industry: Construction