David J. Thomas

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HSE Manager – Heavy Construction

Accomplished and highly motivated US Army veteran with 30+ years of expertise in leadership and management

roles, specializing in Safety, Health, Security, and Quality Logistics Operations within private, government, and

military sectors. A superior communicator; adept at establishing rapport at all levels. Organized and disciplined,

able to multitask and prioritize while achieving organizational objectives in diverse and challenging environments.

Maintain NAIC Security Clearance, U.S. Department of Defense (DOD), and Top Secret Security Clearance, U.S.

Army. Expertise in managing/coordinating all HSE utilizing an in-depth knowledge of safety standards, hazard

analysis software, and an ability to guide workers to comply with safety policies & procedures. Wide exposure in

construction environments in maintaining all health and safety procedures, and implementing safety measures

and strategies to determine unsafe conditions, reduce risks, and improve safety. Advanced skills in inspections,

training, technical writing, and supervision.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Leadership Supervision Training and Development Accident/incident Investigations Safety Personnel

Management Logistics Operations Security and Safety Risk Assessments/Management Facilities

Management Project Management Auditing OSHA Recordkeeping Multi-Channel Communications

Storage/Maintenance of Classified Materials Team Building Decision-Making Strategic Analysis Coaching

Emergency Management Environmental Awareness Construction Safety Safety Management HSE and

Risk Management Systems/Process Improvements Contract Management Industrial Safety Human

Resources Inspections Heavy Truck Operations Driver Training Transportation and Maintenance

Convoy Commander Instructor MS Office

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

BATCHELOR & KIMBALL, INC., Monck Corner, SC 2014 – Current

HSE Manager

Responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety & Environmental legal and regulatory compliance, and HSE program

implementation/sustainability in multiple plant sites for the North American region. Provide Health, Safety and

Environmental leadership for all business and manufacturing operations and ensure compliance with HSE laws and

regulations while maintaining appropriate business flexibility. Develop risk assessment methods/systems for

anticipating, identifying, and evaluating hazards using an advanced knowledge of safety in earthworks,

construction, and steel. Ensure client needs are met, and help the client’s company to be more profitable by

protecting their most valuable asset, their employees. Serve as heavy construction site safety consultant (versed

in OSHA 500/1926/1910/1904); experienced in large data center construction site evaluations/audits. Conduct site

safety audits and compliance inspections in accordance with OSHA and construction site safety policies; enforce

site safety standards and regulations. Execute site-specific safety orientation training for all new jobsite

employees. Guide 15 subcontractors; maintain documents for over 5K personnel. Work with the Training

Department to deliver activity-appropriate training programs, including required OSHA programmatic subject

matter; deliver necessary HSE tools and education/training for all operations. Review/approve area assessment

reports and corrective action plans assuring compliance with applicable OSHA and EPA regulatory guidance.

Significant Contributions:

Served as the catalyst in driving necessary HSE changes at the production and supply operating levels, and

provided leadership and guidance for the implementation, maintenance, and sustainability of a comprehensive

HSE programs and related management systems for all relevant operations.

Worked with a confidential client with an average daily construction site population of 2K personnel, and a $7B

operations budget.

Achieved 6.6M man hours without a lost time accident on confidential client job site.

SWOFFORD CONSTRUCTION, INC., Lockheed Martin Airbase, Marietta, GA 2013 – 2014

HSE Manager

Responsible for all aspects of Health, Safety & Environmental legal and regulatory compliance, and HSE program

implementation and sustainability in multiple plant sites for the North American region. Provided Health, Safety

and Environmental leadership for all business and manufacturing operations and ensure compliance with HSE laws

and regulations while maintaining appropriate business flexibility. Provided leadership and gui dance for the

implementation, maintenance, and sustainability of comprehensive HSE programs and related management

systems for all relevant operations. Developed risk assessments methods/systems for anticipating, identifying, and

evaluating hazards relevant to safety earthworks, construction, and steel. Worked with the Training Department to

deliver activity-appropriate training programs, including required OSHA programmatic subject matter; delivered

necessary HSE tools and education/training for all operat ions. Reviewed/approved area assessment reports and

corrective action plans assuring compliance with applicable OSHA and EPA regulatory guidance. Ensured and

facilitated full investigations of incidents and sharing of lessons learned; developed and compile d incident

reports/statistics for senior HSE and P&S Leadership Team members. Ensured plant operations had the ability to

respond to emergencies via establishment of an effective crisis management system consistent with the EMS Code

of Practice. Supported engineering projects to ensure appropriate HSE involvement and associated risk

assessments. Facilitate HSE Risk assessments associated with capital projects and third party toll formulation and

manufacture.

Significant Contributions:

Demonstrated expertise in the application of HSE information management/reporting systems.

Managed a budget and a staff of two direct reports and 33+ indirect.

Assisted sites with internal/external HSE audits, inspections, Letters of Assurance, and follow up activities and

corrective actions.

DYNCORP INTERNATIONAL, Kandahar, Afghanistan 2012 – 2013

Long Cap 4 ICL Specialist

Demonstrated expertise in evaluating/reviewing potential risks on projects, including HS&E, contracting, and

insurance; proactively identified mitigation measures/risk assessments, while executing reports of status and

issues. Provided regulatory and policy review, interpretation, and technical advice. Oversaw the training

department tasked with delivering activity-appropriate training programs, including req uired OSHA programmatic

subject matter, while reviewing and approving area assessment reports and corrective action plans assuring

compliance with applicable OSHA and EPA regulatory guidance. Implemented Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)/Position

Hazard Analysis (PHA)/ Hot Work Permit (HWP). Conducted accident and property damage investigations, while

leading development of risk assessments methods/systems for anticipating, identifying, and evaluating hazards.

Significant Contributions:

Implemented Health & Safety plans for employees, passengers, vehicles, and buildings; conducted daily safety

briefings, to include new employee driver orientation to ensure healthy/safe driving practices, and to ensure policy

and procedures were adhered to.

Performed audits within assigned region, and safety inspections, as needed.

Actively maintained DCP status, qualifying to evaluate operator candidates.

Kellogg Brown & Root, Balad, Al Asad, Taji Iraq 2004 – 2011

Long Cap 3 /Long Cap 4, Health, Safety & Environmental Manager

Led HSE programs/operations in support of DOD projects within Iraq under Operation Iraqi Freedom; trained and

mentored a staff of five, providing services at geographically separated sites in active combat zones. Conducted

accident and property damage investigations, while leading development of risk assessments methods/systems

for anticipating, identifying, and evaluating hazards; implemented site safety security plans. Provided

comprehensive instruction to drivers regarding specific techniques, working with con voys and all relevant

laws/regulations; worked to attain highest levels of morale and welfare for fuel tank drivers in Iraq, including

delivering daily briefings focused on safety awareness and maintaining safe driving practices. As the mobile Site

Manager, directed the project as defined by the Program Manager to include all financial management and

administrative activities, including budgeting, manpower, resource planning, and financial reporting. Setup driving

course for all new drivers; conducted daily safety briefings, to include new employee driver orientations to ensure

healthy and safe driving practices, and to ensure policy and procedures were adhered to. Oversaw the Training

Department tasked with delivering activity-appropriate training programs, including required OSHA programmatic

subject matter. Assessed the safety of Petroleum and Natural Gas Pipeline Systems, Liquefied Natural Gas

Facilities: Import & Export Terminals, Peak-Shaving & Satellite Plants, Extensive Pipeline Systems and Facilities at

Work; ensured pipeline safety and regulations were met, including Offshore Pipelines and those located at Marine

Terminals, Pump, and Compressor Stations.

Significant Contributions:

Strategically analyzed assignments to assure highest level of efficien t logistics operations, resulting in

optimizing customer service and reducing costs, specifically lowering daily route expenses by 10%, while

developing methodologies to predict and avoid possible hazards and with resultant savings in lost delivery time.

Trained 7,600 truck drivers in Iraq for mission, and 600 convoy commanders to lead drivers. Provided training

on flatbed loads, and 8K gallon fuel trucks, monitored for compliance to KBR safety policies.

Construction and Road work also MHE Cranes, Forklifts, Ranch, Bulldozes, Backhoes 800 men on site

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Matriculating, University of Texas

National Association of Petroleum Safety Professionals, National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Manager National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Auditor National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Auditor Inspections National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Trainer National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Accident Investigation National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Hazard Analysis Technician National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Inspections National Association of Safety Professionals,

Certified, Safety Conducted Risk Treat Assessments,

Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Certificate

Class A CDL Driver’s License with endorsements

EPA Hazardous Waste Operation & Emergency Response,

OHSA 30-hour Construction Industry Outreach Training Program,

OHSA 30-hour General Industry Outreach Training Program,

OHSA 510 OHSA 500

NFPA 70E 2016 Electrical Safety Training

Lock Out Tag Out Trainer

International Standardization Organization (ISO) 9001, 14004, 26001, 18001

First Responder, AED/CPR/First Aid - American Red Cross

United States Department of Homeland Security TWIC Card

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