Berglund Construction · 3 months ago
Vice President of Safety ,
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expBerglund Construction is seeking a Vice President of Safety to lead the company's safety vision and cultivate a culture of safety ownership throughout the organization. This role involves significant field presence, mentoring employees, and ensuring compliance with safety standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Real Estate
Responsibilities
Champion a culture of safety ownership where every individual understands and embraces their role in protecting themselves and their teammates
Lead by example through consistent field presence—regularly visiting job sites to observe conditions, engage with crews, and reinforce Berglund’s safety values
Inspire commitment to safety through communication, recognition, and hands-on mentorship
Serve as a respected advisor and partner to Division VPs, Project Executives, and Superintendents in maintaining and improving safe operations
Develop and execute a comprehensive safety strategy aligned with Berglund’s mission, values, and growth objectives
Oversee all company safety programs, training, and compliance efforts to meet or exceed OSHA and client requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce incidents and enhance leading indicator performance
Coordinate with Human Resources and Risk Management to align training, claims management, and workers’ compensation processes
Work hand-in-hand with project teams to integrate safety into preconstruction planning, logistics, and daily execution
Support and empower field safety professionals with tools, training, and consistent guidance
Lead thorough investigations of incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions, ensuring lessons learned are widely shared and acted upon
Track and report safety performance metrics, trends, and KPIs to company leadership
Develop actionable insights to strengthen jobsite safety performance and reduce risk exposure
Benchmark Berglund’s safety performance against industry peers to maintain best-in-class standards
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in commercial construction, restoration, or industrial settings
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related discipline
Proven ability to influence culture and lead teams across multiple locations and business units
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety practices, and risk management principles
Excellent communication and coaching skills—able to connect authentically with field staff and executives alike
Preferred
Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related discipline
CSP, CHST, ASP, or similar safety certifications
Company
Berglund Construction
Berglund Construction is a general contractor which deals with historic / landmark preservation, and preconstruction services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
BizTimes Milwaukee
2025-04-19
Company data provided by crunchbase