Vice President of Safety

About PARIC

Since 1979, PARIC has been a leader in general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. As one of the largest, privately-held companies in the Midwest, we are committed to investing in our communities and building lasting client relationships. At PARIC, our employees operate in alignment with our core values, ensuring a safe, client-focused approach that delivers excellence on every project. We hire top talent, provide cutting-edge tools and training, and turn our clients’ visions into reality.

PARIC’s Core Values

• Power of One Team – Because people are the force behind every success. We have unity in purpose and diversity in talent.
• Exceeding Expectations – Because surpassing all expectations is profoundly satisfying. This commitment to excellence extends to every employee and to every project.
• Enhancing Our Community – Because we build more than buildings. We give our time, talents, and resources to a range of community efforts.
• Doing What We Say – Because as the adage says: “You’re only as good as your word.” If we say something is going to happen, it will happen.
• Relentless Evolution – Because if you’re not learning from your mistakes, you’re not growing. We embrace positive change, face challenges head-on, and get even better with every project.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Safety Leadership and Culture

• Establish and execute the company’s safety vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Set and maintain corporate safety policies, standards, and procedures across all business units.
• Champion a values-based, prevention-focused safety culture that engages leaders and employees at all levels.
• Serve as the primary advisor to Operations leadership on safety risks, trends, and strategic opportunities.
• Define leading and lagging safety performance targets (e.g., EMR, TRIR, DART) and ensure organizational accountability.
• Lead company-wide safety communication, campaigns, and recognition programs.
• Ensure meaningful employee involvement in safety committees, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Partner with Operations, HR, Risk, and Legal to integrate safety into business planning, training, and performance management.
• Actively engaged in industry associations related to safety (AGC or similar).

Program Development and Team Leadership

• Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive safety programs (hazard identification, incident management, ergonomics, emergency preparedness, crisis management, etc.).
• Oversee safety management systems (SMS), including risk assessments, audits, inspections, and corrective action tracking.
• Evaluate and deploy safety technologies and tools to enhance data visibility, risk control, and field effectiveness.
• Recruit, onboard, lead, and develop a high-performing safety team.
• Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for safety staff.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development to build deep organizational safety expertise.
• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and staffing to support enterprise needs.
• Collaborate with Operations Training department and oversee development and delivery of role-specific safety training, coaching, and communication programs.

Data, Analytics and Reporting

• Develop and maintain safety dashboards and reporting for executive leadership, field leadership, and sector leadership.
• Use data and analytics to identify trends, prioritize risk-reduction efforts, and measure program effectiveness.
• Benchmark performance against industry peers and best-in-class organizations.
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans; ensure timely closure and verification.
• Provide clear insights and recommendations to executive leadership based on safety performance metrics and trends.

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety, health, and environmental regulations (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.) along with client/program-specific requirements as needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies, insurers, and internal/external partners.
• Lead responses to inspections, inquiries, and enforcement actions.
• Collaborate with Risk Management, HR, Operations, and Legal to proactively identify and mitigate safety-related risks, liabilities, and manage through the injury claims process.
• Ensure consistent execution of incident investigations and corrective actions across all business units.

Key Metrics to Success

• Extend PARIC’s record of Zero Lost Time Injuries.
• Reduction in recordable incidents, first-aid cases, and serious safety events.
• Improvement in leading indicators (near-miss reporting, corrective action closure, safety observations).
• Positive movement in safety culture surveys and employee engagement.
• Strong regulatory compliance performance (reduced citations, favorable inspection outcomes).
• Successful adoption and consistent execution of safety programs and systems across all business units.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive safety, health, or risk management experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Experience in commercial construction or general contracting strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success building and sustaining a strong safety culture and driving measurable performance improvements.
• Demonstrated success in building, mentoring, and leading high-functioning teams.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with executives, operational leaders, and frontline employees.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and influencing skills.
• OCIP/CCIP management experience (preferred).
• OSHA Project Specific Partnership Experience.
• VPP Partnership Inclusion.
• Mega Projects and Joint Venture Project Experience.

Skills and Competencies

• Deep knowledge of applicable safety and health regulations and industry best practices.
• Strong leadership, people development, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to drive cultural change and influence at all organizational levels.
• Analytical mindset with experience using safety data to drive decisions.
• Strategic thinker able to balance long-term vision with practical execution.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to ethical leadership.

Certifications

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional), or equivalent professional safety certification(s).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible PTO and 10 paid holidays per year.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• 401k program with company match.
• Additional voluntary benefits.
• Career development and professional growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture rooted in core values.