Tiffani Candler
Renton,WA
Summary
Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager with diverse experience in multiple market sectors and construction and delivery methods. Dedicated to the continuous improvement and progression of safety in the construction industry with the core belief that safety excellence comes from quality training and education, easily accessible resources, and organization-wide collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager, WRG
Lydig Construction
Bellevue, WA
03.2020 - Current
- Manages Health, Safety, and Environmental Program for Lydig Construction Western Region (Portland and Seattle).
- Develops and implements Site Specific Safety Plans, Training Programs, Supervises Crane Management Program, Fall Protection Program, Silica Program, Respiratory Program, Safety Equipment Yard, and implementation of all high-hazard programs.
- Conducts employee training for Rigging and Signaling, Fall Protection, AWP, Forklift, Silica Awareness, Respirator Program, Tool Awareness, Lead Awareness, and other HSE Topics as needed.
- Works directly with Ownership/Management Team to develop safety initiatives and programs to promote a Best in Class safety program and foster continuous improvement.
- Hiring and Management of Site Safety Coordinators
- Management and Selection of Safety Materials, PPE, Fall Protection Equipment Program
- Developed Safety Orientation Video Program and Fall Protection Orientation Video Program
- Performs Incident Investigations
- Performs Project Safety Audits
- Oversees Project Subcontractor Safety Management Program
- Skilled in technology and leveraging technology to improve HSE performance
Teaching Associate
University of Washington, Construction Management
Seattle, WA
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted Professors in Construction Safety Aspects of the Construction Management Program including classroom instruction, mentoring sessions, and grading and feedback on assignments.
- Worked directly with Students on entry-level education on Construction Safety Practices
- Mentored students on assignments, projects, and safety related learning objectives.
HSE Supervisor
PCL Construction
Seattle, WA
03.2016 - 03.2020
- Managed multiple large project HSE Programs through all phases of construction as a site safety professional
- Developed and conducted large and small scale training programs to meet local and federal requirements.
- Led implementation of Project HSE Plan for a variety of projects.
- Developed safety plans and programs for self-perform concrete structure. Including supervision and training of laborer, carpenter, cement mason, and operators.
- Conducted and led incident investigations leading to impactful and company-wide corrective actions.
- Developed and Led Safety Meetings and Trainings
- Developed and led site Safety Committee and District Safety Committee Meetings.
- Managed subcontractor safety programs including approval of HSE programs, preconstruction meetings, and continues engagement and involvement with the project team JHA's, work plans, and challenges.
- Mentors project teams and field supervision to develop the skills needed to be successful independent safety leaders.
- Worked with clients and partners to develop relationships with project neighborhoods and future clients.
- Management of Tower Crane program including compliance with local regulations and subcontractors.
- Participated in the interview and hiring process for multiple entry level HSE positions and internships.
- Trained and mentored multiple hired safety professionals.
- Communicated effectively with upper management regarding site related needs or incidents.
- Conducted site safety audits resulting in quality corrective actions
HSE Intern
PCL Construction
Bellevue, WA
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Implemented site safety programs
- Conducted safety audits and inspections
- Assisted in incident investigations
- Assisted site HSE Manager in management and implementation of Site Specific Safety plan, subcontractor management, safety meetings, and other site safety needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Safety And Health Management
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA06.2016
Skills
- Competency in DOSH, OR-OSHA, and OSHA Regulations
- Safety hazards analysis and control
- Development of Corporate Accident Prevention Programs and Site Specific Safety Plans
- Employee Training Development and Implementation
- Planning and Implementation of Safety Solutions
- Incident investigations and Corrective Actions
- Environmental audits and compliance
- Project Safety Audits
- Auditing and improvement safety processes
- Policy development and implementation
- Construction and Job Hazard Analysis
- Fall Protection, Crane, Respirator, Silica, Hazardous Material Program Management
- Trainer in Rigging and Signaling, Mobile Equipment Work Platforms, Forklift, Fall Protection, Silica and Respirator Use
- Workers Comp and Claims Management
- Hiring, Management, and mentoring Safety Professionals
Certification
- Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) BCSP
- Fall Protection Competent Person Trainer
- Certified Scissor lift, Forklift, and Boom lift trainer.
- Rigging and Signaling Competent Person Trainer.
- Attendee of 3M Emerging Leaders in Safety Summit 2018.
- SIlica Competent Person
- First Aid/CPR Trained
Timeline
Teaching Associate
University of Washington, Construction Management
01.2022 - 06.2022
Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager, WRG
Lydig Construction
03.2020 - Current
HSE Supervisor
PCL Construction
03.2016 - 03.2020
HSE Intern
PCL Construction
06.2015 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Safety And Health Management
Central Washington University