Susan B. Stiers
Orland Park,United States
Summary
Dynamic HSSE (Health, Safety, Security & Environmental) leader with extensive experience in steering safety initiatives across major engineering and construction projects. Proven track record in overseeing project safety from Front-End Loading (FEL) to successful commissioning while guiding teams to achieve stringent performance objectives. Expertise in compliance with internal management systems and regulatory standards, along with a strong commitment to fostering a culture of safety through mentorship, incident investigations, and training seminars. Recognized for collaborative leadership and a proactive approach that drives continuous improvement and enhances project delivery in high-risk environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facility Management – Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
Tinley Park - Park District
11.2021 - Current
- Scheduling and management of facility employees
- Public interface with ongoing and future projects
- Coordinating multiple schedules with cross-functional teams
- Ensuring all health and safety regulations are met
- Ensuring mechanical and technical integrity for facility during operation hours
- Working with internal and external agencies to comply with all local, State, and Federal laws
Major Projects and Turnarounds HSSE Team Lead, HSSE Project Manager, Naphtha Hydrotreater Construction Project
BP Products North America
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Accountable for the successful delivery of HSSE performance for Major Projects and Turnarounds, including major construction of new operating units from FEL through execution and commissioning.
- Accountable for HSSE delivery of Whiting Refinery Naphtha Hydrotreater Complex Construction Project.
- DOA (Delegation of Authority) BP HSSE Management
- Delivered $330M+ Naphtha Hydrotreater Construction project with one recordable incident.
- Delivered over 2.3M manhours with zero recordable incidents to finish the 2-year construction project with a .12 RIF and a peak of over 1200 contractors on-site performing high-risk construction and commissioning work.
- Risk Mitigation Lead Major Project for One Power Station in Utilities
HSSE TL - Turnarounds
BP Products North America
03.2014 - 12.2017
- Accountable for the HSSE performance for all site Turnarounds, from FEL through execution.
- Delivered 4 years of TAR safety performance excellence with zero recordable injuries.
- Provided onboarding, orientation, and oversight to all Contractors performing Turnaround work.
- Developed and implemented the permitting and Control of Work strategies for Turnarounds.
- Developed safety initiatives to support plant HSSE performance.
- Supported Turnarounds at Toledo.
- HSSE Committee Chair and Facilitator.
HSSE - Area Specialist covering Hydro-processing and Utilities
BP / Whiting
04.2009 - 07.2014
- Provided HSSE Supervisory expertise and coaching to area teams to develop a stronger safety culture and support WBU safety performance goals.
- Developed and embedded the current Inert Confined Space Entry Practice.
- Inert Entry Single Point of Accountability Designation.
- Gold Coin recipient for development of Near Miss Reporting program.
- Delegation Of Authority for H&S Superintendent.
- HSSE Committee Chair and Facilitator.
Asset Coordinator, responsible for Maintenance Planning and Scheduling for Hydro processing North
BP / Whiting
04.2007 - 03.2009
- Maintenance scheduling and planning for complex maintenance, including budget management and prioritization of work orders, sustaining reliability of process equipment.
Outside Operator, Operations Supervisor
BP / Whiting
01.2003 - 04.2007
- Qualified Outside Operator for all Hydro processing North Units.
- Qualified Supervisor for all Hydro processing.
Education
Associate - Biological Sciences
Moraine Valley Community College
06.1983
Bachelors - English
St. Xavier University
Chicago, Illinois06.1988
Skills
- Leadership
- Cross-functional HSSE experience
- L1 investigator
- Single Point of Accountability for Confined Space - Inert Entry
- SME for specific Safety practices
- PHSSER Leader
- Risk Register Manager
- Audit Team Lead / Plant
- IMT (Incident Management Team) Safety Officer
- DOA for HSSE Manager
- CPR Instructor
Certification
- OSHA 10, 20, 30 Dates: June 2010 - Present Accreditation Title: Certified in General Industry
- BCSP, Indianapolis, Indiana Dates: November 2016 - December 2016 Accreditation Title: OHST
Languages
Language: English Proficiency: Mother Tongue
Profession Statement
- My professional accountability included the successful delivery of HSSE performance from FEL to commissioning completion, providing oversight to teams of professionals, both Customer-based and Contractor.
- Previous Role: HSSE Management TL for the Whiting Project Team / Major Projects. Provided plant support with subject matter expertise in alignment with OMS and managed HSSE compliance with other applicable local, group, and outside agency requirements. I was also part of the EMS/Crisis Response Team for the Refinery.
Management Style
Focus on building the capability of those I manage through field presence, accessibility, demonstration of care, open communication, mentoring, problem-solving, and continuous improvement strategies.
Other Information
- Charity Ambassador
- Diversity Champion
- Values & Behaviors Ambassador
- Veterans BRG Supporter
- Certified Aerial Lift Operator
- Fire Fighting Support Team
Timeline
Facility Management – Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
Tinley Park - Park District
11.2021 - Current
Major Projects and Turnarounds HSSE Team Lead, HSSE Project Manager, Naphtha Hydrotreater Construction Project
BP Products North America
01.2018 - 05.2021
HSSE TL - Turnarounds
BP Products North America
03.2014 - 12.2017
HSSE - Area Specialist covering Hydro-processing and Utilities
BP / Whiting
04.2009 - 07.2014
Asset Coordinator, responsible for Maintenance Planning and Scheduling for Hydro processing North
BP / Whiting
04.2007 - 03.2009
Outside Operator, Operations Supervisor
BP / Whiting
01.2003 - 04.2007
Bachelors - English
St. Xavier University
Associate - Biological Sciences
Moraine Valley Community College