Vice President- Safety and Industrial Hygiene

Vice President- Safety and Industrial Hygiene Marsh's Risk is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Workforce Strategies practice in Miami, FL. In this hybrid role, you will partner with clients to evaluate safety programs, identify risk exposures, and develop practical strategies to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. You'll apply expertise in safety program assessments, industrial hygiene, and compliance to deliver actionable recommendations aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements. This is a hybrid role that requires three days in office or client visits. Role Focus This is a hands‑on, client‑facing safety consulting role that incorporates industrial hygiene as a supporting discipline. You will partner with clients to build sustainable safety programs, reduce workplace injuries and illnesses, and manage total cost of risk by delivering practical, actionable recommendations grounded in regulatory compliance and best practices. Success requires both deep technical expertise and strong relationship management skills to guide clients through implementation and foster lasting cultural change. Please note: this role does require travel up to 60% (approx 3‑4 days/week; 3 weeks/month). Requirements for Success Safety and Industrial Hygiene Assessments: Design and conduct qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments (e.g. airborne contaminants, noise, ergonomics, biological agents) tailored to client operations. Develop and propose practical engineering, administrative, and PPE controls that reduce exposures and align with regulatory requirements. Conduct Safety Assessments and Risk Evaluations: Conduct comprehensive safety and hazard assessments across diverse client sites, identifying compliance gaps and prioritizing corrective actions. Analyze Incident Data and Recommend Targeted Interventions: Analyze client injury, near miss, and incident data to identify trends and root causes. Propose targeted, data‑driven interventions that reduce risk and total cost of risk. Partner with clients to implement recommendations over an agreed timeline. Design and Deliver Training and Coaching to Enable Client Teams: Develop and deliver engaging safety and industrial hygiene training programs for client managers, supervisors, and frontline employees. Coach client leadership on safety accountability, communication, and culture‑building strategies that foster positive safety climates. Provide Regulatory and Technical Support to Facilitate Compliance: Monitor regulatory changes and advise clients on impacts and implementation strategies. Support clients during OSHA inspections, third‑party audits, and client assessments by preparing clear, actionable reports and recommendations. Manage Consulting Projects and Client Relationships to Drive Value: Scope, plan, and execute multiple consulting projects on time and within budget, maintain high‑quality deliverables. Build and sustain strong client relationships, identify opportunities to expand services and add value. Secure client renewal or expansion of consulting engagements in at least 60% of projects annually. Collaborate Across Disciplines to Deliver Integrated Solutions: Collaborate with clients to develop and implement written safety programs, including job hazard analyses and other foundational activities. Influence clients to implement prioritized corrective actions within agreed timelines. Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams (risk engineering, ergonomics, claims, HR, operations) to develop and implement comprehensive safety solutions, ensure integrated interventions align with client business objectives and operational realities, enhancing adoption and sustainability. Problem‑solving and analytical thinking: The role requires assessing complex regulatory environments and developing tailored safety solutions. Candidates who enjoy analyzing the details, interpreting regulations, using data to drive decisions will excel. Proactivity: Success comes from someone who prefers to take initiative, anticipate risks, and guide clients through change rather than simply reacting to issues. Candidates who naturally enjoy advising, influencing, and coaching others will align well. Comfort in dynamic environments: the role involves significant travel (up to 60%) and direct client interaction, often in on‑site settings. Candidates who prefer variety, relationship‑building, and hands‑on collaboration will be more successful. Strong communication and interpersonal capabilities: The ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable guidance is critical. Candidates who naturally communicate well and listen actively will thrive by building trust with frontline staff, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders. Adaptability and continuous learning orientation: Given evolving regulations and technologies, candidates who enjoy staying current, learning new skills, and adapting to change will be better aligned. Detail‑orientation: Success requires meticulousness in compliance and safety program management. Candidates who naturally focus on accuracy and take ownership of outcomes will fit in well. Baseline Knowledge Requirements Bachelor’s degree required in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. Professional safety certification such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred. Minimum 7‑10 years of experience developing and implementing safety management systems at facility or corporate levels; supervisory experience is a plus. Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and management systems, with the ability to apply regulatory requirements across various operational settings (e.g., manufacturing, retail, higher education, etc.). Experience conducting site assessments, industrial hygiene studies and safety program evaluations. Proficiency in data analysis and risk assessment methodologies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting complex information clearly. Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal stakeholders and communicate across all organizational levels, from wage employees to executive leadership. Ability to travel to client sites as required (up to 60%). Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites as needed. What is in it for you? A company with a strong brand and proven results. A culture of diversity, inclusion, internal mobility, collaboration, and valued partnerships. Employee Resource Groups offering leadership connections, volunteer and mentoring opportunities, and industry networking. Competitive pay (salary and performance bonus potential) and a comprehensive benefits package starting day one, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STI/LTI, and a generous 401(k) match and contribution. A tuition reimbursement plan and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan. We will count on you to Maintain recognized professional safety certifications. Bring at least 7‑10 years of practical experience in health and safety consulting or health and safety program management. Use Marsh data analytics and diagnostic tools to identify safety gaps and root causes of workplace injuries and workers’ compensation claims. Leverage our consulting tools to develop and present clear, actionable reports and recommendations to clients, emphasizing risk reduction and cost control. Communicate technical information effectively, including complex industrial hygiene data, detailed reports and safety procedures. Collaborate with client teams to implement sustainable safety improvements and monitor progress. Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent communication and service delivery. Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting View email address on click.appcast.io. Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person. #J-18808-Ljbffr Marsh Risk