Dynamic EH&S Director with a proven track record at Skanska USA Building, Inc., driving significant enhancements in project delivery and environmental stewardship. Expertise in employee development and strategic implementation has led to measurable improvements in operational efficiency. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and sustainability across all projects.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EH&S Director
Skanska USA Building, Inc
Tampa
07.2006 - Current
As Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Director my mayor role is ensuring the well-being of employees, the environment, and compliance with safety and health regulations within Skanska USA Building, Inc
Regulatory Compliance: Oversees organizational compliance with local, state, and federal environment, health, and safety regulations
Ensure that the Project Teams adhere to all relevant laws and standards
Policy and Procedure Management: Ensure the implementation of our ISO 14001, ISO 45001, EH&S policy, and procedure are followed and always updated
These include and are not limited to project EH&S manuals guide employees on safety practices, emergency procedures, and environmental protection measures
Risk Mitigation: Identifies and assesses risks related to health, safety, and environmental factors
Develop strategies to minimize risks and prevent accidents or incidents
Project Oversight: Ensure that projects (such as construction, renovations, or facility upgrades) are completed on time and within budget, while adhering to safety guidelines
Training and Education: Provide training programs for employees, educating them on safety protocols, hazard identification, and emergency response
Environmental Stewardship: Monitors the organization’s environmental impact
Implement corporate initiatives and measures to reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote sustainability
Collaboration: Works closely with other departments, such as operations, communication, and human resources, to ensure consistent safety practices and compliance throughout the organization
Project support: City of Clearwater, Imagine Clearwater Park, Clearwater, FL $ 63 million dollar Imagine Clearwater Project is the redevelopment and expansion of existing Coachman Park and the renovation The project included new parking lots, landscaping and irrigation, large green space areas, boardwalks, playgrounds, interactive and non-interactive fountains, shade structures, public restroom facilities, a new dock-master building for the adjacent marina, as well as a new band-shell event building including lawn amphitheater seating and a 60,000sf canopy covered area that has a 4,000 seat capacity
City of St
Petersburg, Pier Approach, St
Petersburg, FL $20 million improvements to the area between the St
Petersburg Pier and the downtown core of St
Petersburg
The project will be an active, multimodal connected and coordinated sequence of facilities and venues designed for a high activity public space, but will also include respite green space and shade, low impact design practices, alternative energy sources, and will be sustainable and resilient
Role: EHS Director
City of St
Petersburg, New St
Petersburg Pier, St Petersburg, FL $50 million new pier district that will provide interactive experiences along its 3,065-foot length
Visitors can choose their experience throughout the area, and its exploration and activity areas provide a multitude of flexible programs and experiences for both tourists and the local community – from children to seniors, nature lovers to boaters, fishermen to fine diners
Role: EHS Director
Jabil Inc., Corporate Headquarters, St
Petersburg, FL $53 million 260,000-SF of office, lab, customer engagement space, support services and amenities will make up Jabil's new state of the art global headquarters
The project also includes 1,600 surface parking spaces combined and blended with environmentally conscious landscaping, lighting and adequate security
Role: EHS Director
Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, Research and Education Building, St
Petersburg, FL $100 million, 230,000-SF space to unite the four institutes of treatment, education, research, and advocacy in one facility
This included labs for bench and translational research, facilities for a pediatric biorepository and a biomarker discovery center
We also built a 400-person auditorium, imaging and examination areas, 50,000-SF of office spaces, collaborative areas and enclosed air bridge
Role: EHS Director
Lee Health, Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, Ft
Myers, FL $144 million, 293,000-SF hospital that met a critical community need for increased pediatric treatment capacity
The project included a new eight-story, Category 5 hurricane-resilient patient tower and pavilion with a large ER, 160 patient beds, imaging rooms and more
Renovations were made to 74,055-SF of the existing facility, and site access roads and underground utilities were reconfigured
We also saved the client $30 million through value engineering during the design phase
Role: Role: EHS Director
Pegasus Park Development Phase I - Gulfstream Racing & Casino Park, Hallandale Beach, FL $22 million, 10,920-SF dome building on a four-acre site that serves as the base for a 110-foot-tall bronze statue of a winged horse fighting with a fire-breathing dragon that includes over 70,000-SF of rock theming and a water feature with choreographed lighting, sound, and fountains
Role: EHS Director
Patricia and Philip Frost Museum of Science, Miami, FL, $101 million, 250,000 SF, state-of-the-art, multi-use science and technology museum, planetarium, and aquarium.
The world-class, five-story facility includes office space, ticketing, concessions, a restaurant, and amenities, a 220-space below-grade parking garage, and the fit-out of 3,500 SF of tenant space.
Construction of all underground utilities and the main road is also included.
HSE Manager
Fluor Daniel Caribbean
San Juan
05.1996 - 06.2006
Conducted safety inspections of the workplace to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
Worked with emergency response teams in clearing chemical spills and accidents.
Advised managers on ways to improve working conditions through better ergonomics practices.
Collaborated with key stakeholders on initiatives aimed at improving overall organizational culture around health and safety matters.
Facilitated communication between workers concerning their rights under OSHA regulations and other relevant laws pertaining to workplace health and safety.
Actively participated in emergency response drills and exercises designed to test preparedness levels within the organization.
Inspected facilities and job sites to identify and correct potential hazards and verify safety and regulation compliance.
Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
Education
M.B.A. - Human Resources
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Méndez - Universidad del Turabo
PR
01.2000
B.B.A. - Business Administration
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Méndez - Universidad del Turabo
PR
01.1996
Skills
Employee development
Team building
Performance management
Strategies and goals
Crisis management
Rules and regulations
Crew collaboration
Industry knowledge
Project management
Risk management
Team collaboration
Certification
Certified Safety Professional, CSP-44907
Associated Safety Professional, ASP-36248
Construction Health and Safety Technician, CHST-C3017
LEED AP, US Green Building Council
OSHA #500, Construction Industry
Stormwater Erosion and Sedimentation Control Inspector, Florida Environmental Department
CPR/AED and Basic First Aid Certification
Supported Scaffold Competent Person, 8 hours
Situational Leadership II - Reinforcement in Today's Environment
Goal Setting - How to Set SMART Goals
Inclusive Leadership
Pandemics - Slowing the Spread
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EH&S Director
Skanska USA Building, Inc
07.2006 - Current
HSE Manager
Fluor Daniel Caribbean
05.1996 - 06.2006
M.B.A. - Human Resources
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Méndez - Universidad del Turabo
B.B.A. - Business Administration
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Méndez - Universidad del Turabo
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