Director of Safety and Risk Management

Musselman & Hall Contractors

The Role

Overview

Leads safety and risk programs, supervises staff, manages insurance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • risk assessments
  • policy development
  • fleet compliance
  • insurance claims
  • safety training
  • metrics reporting

Tasks

The Director of Safety and Risk Management is responsible for leading Musselman & Hall’s safety and risk management programs. This position provides strategic leadership to the Safety Department, directly supervises the Project Safety Coordinators, and oversees the Safety Manager. The Director will lead risk-related functions, including insurance claims, fleet safety, and insurance programs, while driving a culture of safety across all operations. -Develop, manage, and monitor the safety and risk management budget -Perform regular site visits, including monthly visits to the St. Louis office and periodic out-of-town job sites -Lead risk assessments and guide leadership in reducing exposures across business units -Act as the Company’s Designated Employer Representative for DOT drug testing -Provide strategic leadership and direction for company-wide safety and risk management programs -Foster a proactive safety culture through training, communication, and recognition programs -Provide guidance on insurance claims (workers’ compensation, general liability, auto, property) and coordinate with brokers, adjusters, and legal teams -Lead crisis management efforts as incident commander during major events -Direct the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety policies, procedures, and compliance programs -Present safety and risk performance metrics to company leadership and board-level stakeholders -Coordinate insurance renewal and foster a relationship with our carriers and brokers -Set policy oversight for fleet safety, DOT/FMCSA compliance, OSHA, FRA, MSHA, and other risk reduction initiatives -Supervise and develop the Safety Manager and Project Safety Coordinators -Represent Musselman & Hall at industry conferences, associations, and customer meetings

Requirements

  • osha
  • erp
  • csp
  • leadership
  • bachelor's
  • safety

What You Bring

-Breadth of knowledge in OSHA, DOT, FMCSA, FRA, and other applicable safety and risk regulations -Strong leadership, coaching, and people-development skills -Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite, as well as proficiency with (or the ability to quickly learn) the organization’s ERP system and various web platforms -7–10 years of progressive safety and risk leadership experience, preferably in construction or related industries -Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization -Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans and translate them into actionable results -CSP required; ARM, CRIS, or similar professional certifications preferred -Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills -Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Risk Management, or related field required -Ability to regularly attend work in an office environment, and regularly navigate an active job site -Ability to receive and respond to verbal instructions -Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and in accordance with Musselman & Hall policies and values -Financial acumen and ability to manage department budgets effectively -Master’s degree preferred -Ability to spend prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer -Regular travel required, including monthly travel to the St. Louis office, out-of-town job sites, and industry conferences

Benefits

-Full-time hours required; most work will be performed on weekdays during normal business hours

The Company

About Musselman & Hall Contractors

-Founded with a mission to provide quality construction services across multiple sectors. -Pioneers in delivering complex infrastructure projects with attention to detail and safety. -Known for delivering commercial, residential, and industrial construction with precision. -Diverse portfolio includes both private sector projects and public sector developments. -Consistently trusted to handle large-scale, high-value projects with a commitment to excellence. -Specializes in utility infrastructure, from water resources to power grids, ensuring robust systems. -Collaborates with leading architects, engineers, and specialists to bring visionary projects to life.

Sector Specialisms

Railroad Construction

Concrete

Asphalt

Decorative Concrete

Pavement Maintenance

Structural Concrete

Flatwork

Sitework

Industrial Concrete

Commercial Concrete

Railroad Track Maintenance

New Railroad Construction