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Turner Construction Company

Business Unit Safety Director - Chicago

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Turner Construction Company
A leading construction firm delivering projects across diverse sectors including commercial, residential, and industrial.
Lead and manage business unit Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) program, partner with BU leadership to enforce company EH&S policies and procedures, and contribute to development of EH&S national programs.
24d ago
$220,000 - $260,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dallas, TX
Field
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Management
General Contracting
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Pre‑Construction
Virtual Design & Construction (VDC/BIM)
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Residential
Healthcare
Sports
Aviation
Transportation
Infrastructure
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
eh&s compliance
safety assessment
budget management
industry leadership
hazard control
performance analysis
  • Execute Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures and enforce compliance with Business Unit (BU) and company requirements.
  • Continuously assess safety knowledge and performance throughout all job families and participate in evaluation process related to EH&S performance.
  • Manage BU EH&S departmental budget and review with BU leadership.
  • Represent Turner as industry leader, participate with high profile involvement, in local and regional industry related professional organizations.
  • Identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage using safety standards, best management practices, and EH&S policies and programs.
  • Drive cultural change and continuous improvement by influencing and motivating BU leadership and project teams’ behaviors through development and execution of comprehensive EH&S program.
  • Lead, mentor, and coach BU EH&S professionals to create inclusive environment.
  • Contribute to development of EH&S national programs as directed by Headquarters (HQ) EH&S leadership.
  • Assess completion of audit schedules for BU project site teams and review consistency of audit completion and quality with BU leadership.
  • Analyze and track BU EH&S program results, identify opportunities, and define measures for continuous improvement and review with BU leadership.
  • Lead and provide direction for decision-making for key EH&S business issues and opportunities.
  • Negotiate business and subcontract agreements related to EH&S. Review and provide feedback to Operations Manager (OM) on business and subcontract agreements related to EH&S.
  • Lead development and implementation of Annual BU EH&S Plan and related goals aligned with headquarters (HQ) EH&S requirements. Drive goal progress, analyze and track results, identify opportunities, and collaborate with BU leadership to implement measures for continuous improvement.
  • Maintain working relationships with OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency, and other regulatory agencies to promote Turner safety programs. Manage regulatory exposures and OSHA citations to zero.
  • Stay informed, with proactive training and education, on laws impacting areas of responsibility for compliance with industry requirements and Federal, State, and Local regulations. Influence and educate relevant BU stakeholders to adopt and maintain standards.
  • Lead by example to set expectations of professional development, continuous learning, and maintain required certifications.
  • Lead, influence, and motivate teams and stakeholders while modeling highest standards of Turner’s EH&S organization.
  • Develop BU EH&S goals and review with BU leadership; lead implementation of proactive programs to reduce incidents, injuries, near misses, and claims costs.
  • Conduct audits using HQ EH&S approved systems and analyze trends, metrics, reports, and incident data; report progress to HQ EH&S and BU leadership and develop required program improvements.
  • Evaluate needs for and recommend training throughout BU, recommend and follow-through on training to close knowledge gaps, and ensure alignment of skills with position requirements.
What you bring
chst
osha
degree
leadership
management
construction
  • Proficient computer Microsoft Office suite of applications, and EH&S related applications
  • Completed OSHA 30-hour training and maintain current First Aid/CPR/BBP and AED certification
  • Ability to assess construction processes to identify safety related exposures and lead implementation of corrective actions
  • Management experience with ability to delegate and direct work of others and able to manage budget and resources
  • Leadership and supervisory experience with ability to delegate and direct work of others
  • Travel required, access to reliable transportation required
  • Expert knowledge Federal, State, and local Environmental Health & Safety regulations
  • Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field of study, and minimum of 13 years of related construction safety experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
  • Construction Health Safety Technician (CHST) certification required or within 6 months of appointment
  • Extensive knowledge and application of safety and environmental principles and techniques
  • Extensive experience in incident management and response
  • Cross-functional knowledge of general construction operations
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Security clearance
  • yes, background checks will be conducted as mentioned in the job description.
Company
Overview
1902 Founded
Year Founded
The company's legacy began in 1902.
  • With a rich legacy, the company has delivered iconic projects such as the Burj Khalifa and New York’s One World Trade Center.
  • The company specializes in a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure construction.
  • The company has earned a reputation for executing complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget.
  • The company’s expertise extends to diverse civil works, including heavy civil projects like bridges, roads, and utilities.
  • The company is also known for its innovative approach, integrating advanced construction techniques and sustainability in its projects.
  • The company has consistently ranked among the top global contractors.
Culture + Values
  • Teamwork
  • Integrity
  • Commitment
  • “A promise made is a promise delivered.”
  • Safety and Wellness: promote an injury-free environment and the safest workplace possible
  • Lean Construction: emphasize collaboration, reliable scheduling and delivering the most value while consuming the fewest resources
  • Innovation: foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical expertise
  • Environmental Sustainability and Resiliency: conduct business consciously and responsibly to create a healthy, prosperous and sustainable future
  • Community and Citizenship: commitment to community and educational outreach as essential corporate citizenship
  • Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG): connecting safety, care for others, sustainability, transparency and accountability
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2030
Carbon Neutrality Targets
Achieves Scope 1 and 2 Net Zero for operations by 2030 and supply chain by 2040.
$60B Delivered
Green-Building Projects
Over $60 billion worth of green-building projects completed.
43M Tons Diverted
Construction Waste Reduction
Over 43 million tons of construction waste diverted from landfills.
27% Emissions Cut
Data-Center Pilot Success
Achieved a 27% reduction in emissions through electric temporary heat in data-center pilot.
  • LED lighting on sites, bans vehicle idling, electrifies fleet and pilots hybrid/electric construction equipment
  • Fleet to be fully electric by 2028
  • Using renewable diesel (HVO) across projects to reduce lifecycle carbon, with broader deployment planned in 2025
  • Projects like Chico State Behavioral & Social Sciences Building are net‑zero operationally and LEED Gold
  • Advanced low‑carbon concrete methods earned NRMCA Concrete Innovation Awards (e.g. SFO Terminal 3 West, Intuit Dome, Massachusetts research facility)
  • ESG pillars: sustaining our planet, protecting people, transforming industry
Inclusion & Diversity
2030 Vision
Workforce Diversity
Aim to reflect the diversity of communities at every level by 2030.
120+ ERGs
Employee Resource Groups
Operate over 120 Employee Resource Groups with thousands of participants.
  • Workforce as richly diverse as the communities in which the company operates.
  • Inclusion Action Committee set a 2030 vision to reflect community diversity with equitable representation at every level.
  • Employee Resource Groups include Women, Pride, Veterans, Parents, Mosaic, Abilities, Young Professionals, and Interfaith.
  • Anti-harassment/anti-bias standards enforced across all worksites; engage industry via the Time for Change Consortium.
  • Recruitment goal: increase diverse hires at all levels including interns, college recruits, and experienced professionals.
  • Ensure equitable access to development opportunities and fair treatment on jobsites.
  • Pay equity maintained across gender and race.
  • Partnerships with HBCUs include scholarships, grants, mentoring, and professional-development events for diverse students.
  • ERGs support professional growth, such as empowering women's visibility and growth.
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