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Brad Kollaja

Brad Kollaja

Columbus,Texas

Summary

Professional with 23 years of experience in safety, quality, construction, and project management in the telecommunications industry, this highly motivated specialist is ready to strategically develop and execute plans that align with your company's goals and objectives. Strong leadership and communication skills, combined with a team player mentality, make this individual an asset to any project. Eager to take on your company's commercial construction challenges and contribute to its success.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER

Atlantic Engineering Group AEG
08.2021 - Current
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive Safety Program within the company Procore Safety Management System
  • Maintain and direct the company's Safety Program to ensure a safe and healthy accident-free workplace across all business' platforms, projects and office locations
  • Performs roles and responsibilities as the company’s Director level of Safety
  • Develop and maintain Safety Performance Scorecards for Executive Leadership teams and customers
  • Maintain a working relationship with appropriate government representatives on all applicable OSHA State, or other governmental safety, health, and environmental requirements
  • Monitor and review company Experience Modification Rates EMR and Total Incident Recordable Rates TRIR and manage claims to lowest outcome possible
  • Manage, coordinate, and provide technical expertise in all areas of safety, health, and environmental compliance
  • Compile and maintain necessary records, logs and reports required by the company, client, Federal, State and Local regulations
  • Assist in the development and administration of safety policies and procedures, initiatives, and training programs
  • Investigate all accidents and near misses to determine root causes, make appropriate changes in policies and procedures to prevent reoccurrence of similar hazards; Oversee, monitor, and ensure the completeness and accuracy of accident reports and investigations
  • Assist HR, Fleet, Contracts and Risk Management departments during the incident process
  • Review and analyze request for quotes and proposals (RFQ, RFP) to identify the Environmental Health and Safety requirements and standards specified
  • Administer safety and health training programs to new employees
  • Conduct and provide input for job-site safety meetings
  • Conducts Safety inspections and review of Jobsite Hazard Analysis to identify potential hazards
  • Assists in Construction pre-task planning according to the company safety program
  • Acts as liaison to outside medical and insurance personnel
  • Analyzes and recommends corrective action for all accidents or near misses
  • Implement, compile and maintain Safety data from Procore reporting and recording platform
  • Provide Safety Solutions
  • Provide input into monthly planning sessions providing the overall safety direction within the company
  • Act as corporate contact for any federal, state or municipal safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, including, but not limited to OSHA and/or DOSH
  • Works directly with the Project Manager and the management team to develop and implement an effective site-specific safety plan
  • Maintain and reporting of OSHA 300 Log according to compliances.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIRECTOR

Aztec Events and Tents
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Develop, Establish and Maintain a comprehensive Safety and Health program in accordance with those compliance’s governed by local, federal or state agencies such as OSHA, ANSI, DOT, or FMCSA implemented throughout Commercial Construction Event projects
  • In cooperation with Operations Management, implement the Health & Safety Program in support of the company’s strategic goals
  • Enforce COVID-19 pandemic safety guidelines and testing procedures for employee safety, following and monitoring of all government, CDC, state and local orders
  • Design Implement and report Safety data to Senior Leadership teams, track progress, identify areas of concern and drive accountability
  • Monitor and Lead (Project & Construction Managers and Construction crews) to conduct Risk Assessments and Safety Responsibilities at the construction jobsites
  • Develop an effective Safety plan designed to reduce injuries, accidents and incidents
  • Implement the Job Hazard Analysis Program and training for the front-line supervisors
  • Identify and inform management of compliance issues, safety violations and improvement opportunities through conducting daily, weekly, and monthly audits
  • Communicate Health & Safety plans, goals and objectives to all levels of the organization
  • Establish and facilitate regular safety committee meetings with management staff to accomplish targets and objectives
  • Maintain all Health & Safety programs are current with updates from OSHA, Federal, State and local regulatory agencies
  • Participate in process improvement activities and manage actions of Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience
  • Evaluate the Purchasing and Inventory of Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Devices
  • Develop, Implement and Train employees on accident prevention and hazard control strategies
  • Facilitate instructional training programs to employees in: Safety Orientation, DOT/non-DOT Driver Safety, First Aid CPR, Forklift Operator, Fall Protection and Scaffolding
  • Track and record all Training certifications and credentials into the company ADP database
  • Maintain and enter all company internal and regulatory reporting data into SharePoint database
  • Conduct Toolbox topics and Safety meetings with employees at the workplace
  • Drive and promote zero-incident safety culture throughout the company
  • Perform Safety and Quality inspections in accordance with Engineering drawings and customer specifications
  • Supervised construction activities are in accordance with the company's Health and Safety program
  • Establish a safety promotion effort and or employee incentive safety program
  • Monitor Warehouse Safety activities
  • Develop and maintain company-wide emergency action plan (EAP)
  • Analyze the company's products and services from the perspective of safety, health and liability
  • Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring for noise and atmospheric exposures
  • Manage maintenance of emergency safety devices (eye wash stations, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, AED)
  • Assist Fleet department with DOT/non-DOT reporting and recording according to the FMCSA and US Department of Transportation guidelines
  • Perform driver training, ride a longs and inspections on OTR flatbeds and 26’-28’ box truck operations
  • Facilitate and participate in the incident investigation process including root cause analysis, near misses, property damage claims and corrective action plans
  • Conduct and lead the investigation of incidents to ensure all requirements for OSHA, insurance, and legal issues are addressed
  • Responds to all workers’ compensation claims
  • Maintain a calm demeanor in emergency situations
  • Maintain OSHA Injury Tracking Application Portal; OSHA 300 Log Reporting and Recording
  • Assist Human Resources department with Risk Mitigation, Injury claims and return to work programs
  • Assist Human Resources department with DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol programs
  • Manage materials, budget, cost, project timelines and milestones.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIRECTOR

Shaffer Sports
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Execute and maintain a comprehensive Safety and Health program according to those compliance's governed by local, federal or state agencies such as OSHA, ANSI, DOT, or FMCSA for implementation throughout US Pro Golf and Circuit of the America Construction Event projects
  • Execute the Safety and Health Program in the workplace and at construction job sites
  • Enforce COVID-19 pandemic safety guidelines and testing procedures for employee safety, following and monitoring of all government, CDC, state and local orders
  • Execute Policies to establish a zero-incident Safety culture
  • Publish Safety Data to Senior Management Teams; JHA Activity, OSHA Logs, Experienced Modification Rates (EMR) and Total Incident Reporting Rates (TIRR)
  • Monitor and Lead (Project & Construction Managers and Construction crews) to conduct Risk Assessments and Safety Responsibilities at the construction jobsites
  • Implement the Job Hazard Analysis Program and training to the front-line supervisors
  • Monitor operations and conduct Risk Assessments at construction sites and implement safety measures with Project & Construction Managers and Construction crews
  • Analyze and evaluate the Company's Safety, Health, Liability, Risk Assessment and Hazard potential to employee safety
  • Plan and Implement training required by the Health & Safety Program and OSHA Regulations including competent person training
  • Perform Safety Inspections, Job Hazard Analysis Program compliance, Daily Toolbox Topics and Safety Meetings
  • Inspect tools and equipment for safe operation and defective conditions
  • Communicate Health & Safety plans, goals and objectives to all levels of the organization
  • Establish and facilitate regular safety committee meetings with management staff to accomplish targets and objectives
  • Maintain knowledge of current Regulation updates to the Health and Safety Program
  • Evaluate the Purchasing and Inventory of Personal Protective Equipment and Safety Devices
  • Monitor and evaluate accident prevention and hazard control strategies
  • Conduct employee training for Safety Orientation, Driver Safety, First Aid CPR, Forklift Operator, Fall Protection, Scaffolding Training and Accident Investigation Programs
  • Track and record all Training certifications and credentials into the company ADP database
  • Drive and promote zero-incident safety culture throughout the company
  • Perform Safety and Quality inspections in accordance with Engineering drawings and customer specifications
  • Maintain all required Safety and Health related Safety Data Sheets, Records and Reporting
  • Monitor Warehouse Safety activities
  • Develop and maintain company-wide emergency action plan (EAP)
  • Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring for noise and atmospheric exposures
  • Manage maintenance of emergency safety devices (eye wash stations, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, AED)
  • Assist Fleet department with DOT/non-DOT reporting and recording according to the FMCSA and US Department of Transportation guidelines
  • Perform driver training, ride a longs and inspections on OTR flatbeds and 26’-28’ box truck operations
  • Facilitate and participate in the incident investigation process including root cause analysis, near misses, property damage claims and corrective action plans
  • Conduct the investigation of accidents/ incidents to ensure all requirements for OSHA, insurance, and legal issues are addressed
  • Responds to all workers’ compensation claims
  • Maintain a calm demeanor in emergency situations
  • Maintain OSHA Injury Tracking Application Portal; OSHA 300 Log Reporting and Recording
  • Assist Human Resources department with Risk Mitigation, Injury claims and return to work programs
  • Assist Human Resources department with DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol programs
  • Manage project timelines, milestones, budget, materials and costs.

Environmental Health & Safety Director

Quanta Services Telecommunications
10.2016 - 05.2018
  • Develop, Establish and maintain a Safety and Health Program in accordance with federal, state and local agencies such as OSHA, ANSI, DOT/FMCSA for Aerial & Underground Fiber Telecommunication projects across all United States projects
  • Execute the Safety & Health Program in the workplace and at Customer Aerial and Underground Telecommunication jobsites throughout the U.S
  • Markets
  • Implement the Health & Safety Program in support of the company’s strategic goals
  • Develop and report Safety Data to Executive Management Leadership teams; identify safety recommendations and corrective actions
  • Manage a Regional Safety Team consisting of 8-10 Safety Managers, Supervisors and Coordinators throughout the U.S
  • Markets
  • Perform Safety Inspections at customer Aerial and Underground Telecommunication jobsite locations to evaluate the Job Hazard Analysis Program, Weekly Safety Meetings and Toolbox Topics
  • Monitor and Lead (Project & Construction Managers and Construction crews) to conduct Risk Assessments and Safety Responsibilities
  • Establish and facilitate regular safety committee meetings with management staff to accomplish targets and objectives
  • Conduct weekly and monthly safety meetings during construction
  • Conduct weekly and monthly construction safety inspections to ensure all employees are working safely
  • Analyze the company's products and services from the perspective of safety, health and liability
  • Drive and promote zero-incident safety culture throughout the company
  • Maintain OSHA Injury Tracking Application Portal; OSHA 300 Log Reporting and Recording
  • Monitor and assist Fleet department with DOT inspections, reporting and recording according to FMCSA and US Department of Transportation
  • Establish Safety vendors and suppliers to purchase Personal Protective Equipment and Safety devices
  • Maintain all Personal Protective Equipment and Safety device inventory into company database
  • Create and approve Safety department purchase order quotes in company Oracle system
  • Maintain and distribute effective Personal Protective Equipment
  • Manage maintenance of emergency safety devices (eye wash stations, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, AED)
  • Coordinate and conduct the following safety training; OSHA 10/30hr, Safety Orientation, First Aid CPR, Bucket Truck, Horizontal Directional Drill, Confined Space and Job Hazard Analysis Program
  • Identify and conduct training initiatives to improve safety
  • Maintain Training Records and Documentation
  • Facilitate and participate in the incident investigation process including root cause analysis, near misses, property damage claims and corrective action plans
  • Assist Human Resources department with Risk Mitigation, Injury claims and return to work programs
  • Assist Human Resources department with DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol programs
  • Assist Fleet department with DOT/non-DOT reporting and recording according to the FMCSA and US Department of Transportation guidelines
  • Manage OTR flatbed truck operations, driver training, hookup tests and inspections
  • Review and approve expenses, travel and time reports
  • Manage project timelines, milestones, budget, materials and costs.

Regional Safety & Quality Manager

Goodman Networks
01.2009 - 11.2015
  • Maintain the Safety and Health Program is in accordance with federal, state and local agencies such as OSHA and ANSI on small and large-scale Construction of LTE Telecom Wireless projects
  • Provide Quality and Safety leadership expectations to Project Managers, Construction Managers and Sub-Contractors during pre-construction phases to final completion of Tower and Civil modifications
  • Execute the Health and Safety Program in the workplace or at construction job sites
  • Enforce policies to establish a culture of Health and Safety
  • Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and hazards
  • Implement Health and Safety plans in the workplace
  • Monitor compliance with policies by conducting Health and Safety inspections of employees and operations
  • Inspect Job Hazard Analysis meet Safety Compliance during Construction activities
  • Inspect tools and equipment for possible unsafe or defective conditions
  • Investigate accidents or incidents to uncover root causes and corrective actions
  • Recommend solutions to issues for improvement opportunities or prevention measures
  • Report any Health and Safety awareness issues
  • Supervise a Quality & Safety Team of 8 employees; performs safety and quality inspections of employees and Sub-contractors during construction
  • Review and Redline RF engineering construction documentation
  • Review all construction closeout documentation for Quality Safety defects
  • Conduct weekly and monthly safety meetings
  • Coordinate and conduct 3rd party customer inspections, reviews and corrections
  • Identify and conduct training requirements or awareness initiatives to improve construction safety
  • Provide safety recommendations and corrective actions with Management staff
  • Analyze and consolidate Quality and Safety data to Senior Managements teams
  • Maintain and distribute appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
  • Provide forecasts timelines for correcting Quality and Safety defects at construction job sites
  • Manage department costs, budgets, goals and objectives
  • Conduct periodic reviews of policies, procedures and forms
  • Maintain all Training record documentation
  • Perform DOT inspections, proper operation, reporting and recording according to FMCSA and US Department of Transportation for commercial motor vehicles
  • On average 400 miles per day
  • Review and approve expense, travel and time reports
  • Manage project timelines, milestones, budget, materials and costs
  • Coordinate and conduct safety training; OSHA 10/30hr, New Hire Orientation, First Aid CPR and Fall Protection
  • Customer Quality Performance scorecards ranked 90% 2009

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Goodman Networks
04.2007 - 01.2009
  • Manage and Supervise Wireless LTE Telecom projects from pre-Construction to completion
  • Maintain budgets, supplies, tracking updates and construction milestones to meet customer expectations
  • Monitor Sub-contractors and ensure all construction activities are within customers Quality and Safety guidelines, OSHA or ANSI Safety compliances or regulations
  • Supervise day to day operations of Tower and Civil modification Projects from pre-Construction to completion
  • Manage Construction budgets, estimated costs, supplies, inventory, tools and equipment required to complete the project
  • Plan and coordinate all equipment, materials, and Sub-Contractors required for the project
  • Ensure supplies and equipment are ordered and delivered according to schedule
  • Prepare reports regarding job status, milestone updates and tracking of construction timelines
  • Ensure all Health and Safety Compliance's and Regulations are within project guidelines
  • Inspect Job Hazard Analysis meet Safety Compliance during Construction activities
  • Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and hazards
  • Delegate responsibilities
  • Monitor Sub-contractor performance during construction
  • Review and redline RF engineering construction documentation
  • Review and approve construction closeout documentation for Quality and Safety defects
  • Identify and conduct training requirements or awareness initiatives to improve construction safety
  • Monitor compliance with policies by conducting Health and Safety inspections of employees and operations
  • Inspect tools and equipment for unsafe or defective conditions
  • Investigate accidents or incidents to uncover root causes and corrective actions
  • Recommend solutions for improvement opportunities or prevention measures
  • Report any Health and Safety awareness issues
  • Conduct weekly and monthly safety meetings
  • Investigate accidents or incidents to uncover root causes and corrective actions
  • Perform DOT inspections, proper operation, reporting and recording according to FMCSA and US Department of Transportation for commercial motor vehicle
  • Average 450 miles per day
  • Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and hazards
  • Review and approve expense, travel and time reports
  • Awarded Project Team of the year 2007
  • Hurricane Ike Disaster recovery team 2008.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Goodman Networks
03.2006 - 04.2007
  • Manage and Supervise a specific project or a wide range of different Wireless LTE Telecom projects from pre-Construction to completion
  • Maintain budgets, supplies, tracking updates and construction milestones to meet customer deadlines
  • Monitor Sub-contractors and ensure all construction activities are within customers Quality and Safety guidelines, OSHA or ANSI Safety compliances or regulations
  • Supervise day to day operations of Tower and Civil modification Projects from pre-Construction to completion
  • Manage Construction budgets, estimated costs, supplies, inventory, tools and equipment required to complete the project
  • Plan and coordinate all equipment, materials, and Sub-Contractors required for the project
  • Ensure supplies and equipment are ordered and delivered according to schedule
  • Maintain inventory of tools and equipment
  • Prepare reports regarding job status, milestone updates and tracking of construction timelines
  • Ensure all Health and Safety Compliance's and Regulations are within customer project guidelines
  • Inspect Job Hazard Analysis meet Safety Compliance during Construction activities
  • Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and hazards
  • Delegate responsibilities
  • Monitor Sub-contractor performance during construction phases
  • Review and redline RF engineering construction documentation
  • Review and approve construction closeout documentation for Quality defects and Safety infractions
  • Identify and conduct training requirements or awareness initiatives to improve construction safety
  • Monitor compliance with policies by conducting Health and Safety inspections of employees and operations
  • Inspect tools and equipment to observe possible unsafe or defective conditions
  • Investigate accidents or incidents to uncover possible root causes and corrective actions
  • Recommend solutions to issues for improvement opportunities or prevention measures
  • Report any Health and Safety awareness issues
  • Conduct weekly and monthly Health and Safety meetings
  • Investigate accidents or incidents to uncover root causes and corrective actions
  • Perform DOT inspections, proper operation, reporting and recording according to FMCSA and US Department of Transportation for commercial motor vehicle
  • Average 500 miles per day
  • Review and approve expense, travel and time reports.

Education

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX

TEEX Texas A&M Engineering Extension
Mesquite, TX

Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX

Wharton County Junior College
Wharton, TX

Skills

  • Safety Program Design
  • OSHA Compliance Expertise
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Data Analysis
  • Workplace & Jobsite Inspections
  • Safety Compliance for Subcontractors
  • Jobsite Hazard Analysis
  • Training & Development
  • Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  • Risk Management
  • OSP Aerial & Underground Fiber Construction
  • Wireless Telecommunications
  • Construction & Project Management
  • Quality Management Systems- Audits & Inspections
  • Professional Development Coaching
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite, Mobile Force, Procore

Timeline

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER

Atlantic Engineering Group AEG
08.2021 - Current

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIRECTOR

Aztec Events and Tents
06.2018 - 03.2020

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY DIRECTOR

Shaffer Sports
06.2018 - 03.2020

Environmental Health & Safety Director

Quanta Services Telecommunications
10.2016 - 05.2018

Regional Safety & Quality Manager

Goodman Networks
01.2009 - 11.2015

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Goodman Networks
04.2007 - 01.2009

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Goodman Networks
03.2006 - 04.2007

The University of Texas At Arlington

TEEX Texas A&M Engineering Extension

Texas State Technical College

Wharton County Junior College

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