Senior Manager, Safety & Compliance - Large Capital

Onsite in Coopersville, MI

About the role

This position leads the safety and compliance function for fairlife’s large capital projects, ensuring all construction, installation, and commissioning activities meet regulatory, corporate, and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety and compliance programs for large capital projects, including greenfield sites and major expansions.
• Partner with engineering, construction, and operations teams to integrate safety and compliance into project planning, design, and execution.
• Conduct risk assessments, safety audits, and compliance reviews; drive corrective actions to mitigate hazards.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations, as well as fairlife’s internal policies and industry best practices.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and reporting for project-related safety events.
• Provide safety and compliance training to contractors, vendors, and internal teams involved in capital projects.
• Monitor project timelines and budgets to ensure safety and compliance activities are executed without delays or cost overruns.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, insurance providers, and third-party auditors.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety and compliance for capital projects.
• Collaborate with corporate EHS and quality teams to align project-specific programs with company-wide initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in safety and compliance, with at least 5 years focused on large capital projects (e.g., construction, manufacturing, or food/beverage facilities).
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), OSHA 30/500, or equivalent certification preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards (e.g., EM-385, ANSI), and industry-specific compliance requirements.
• Experience managing safety programs for multi-million-dollar capital projects, including greenfield sites.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and contractors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software (e.g., Intelex, SiteDocs).
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to project sites as needed.

Skills

• Project management and risk assessment.
• Regulatory compliance and audit management.
• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Contractor safety management and training.
• Stakeholder communication and reporting.