Gwaltney, Steven J.

Houston, TX 77089
Steve.Gwaltney@live.com

713-865-2801

Senior Level Management Professional

I am an accomplished professional with global experience in corporate and regulatory compliance. I have
a proven track record of reducing cost through injury prevention, vendor, Subcontractor and customer
contracts. I display innovation and attention to detail. I have proven team leader skills with experience in
managing multiple projects and work locations safely, in budget and on time. I am a proficient problemsolver with the analytical skills to evaluate risks and business strategies and an influential interpersonal
communicator, negotiator, and presenter.

Areas of Expertise:
EHS Legal Requirements

EHS Performance Measures, Metrics

Team Building

EHS Strategies And Initiatives

EHS Training Programs

Risk Management

EHS Programs, Policies, And

Practices

Compliance Violation Reduction

Remediation Strategies

Regulatory Compliance Audits

Cost Reduction

Project Management

Professional Experience:
Senior Vice President
Century Elevators, Inc., Webster TX

01/18/2013 to Present

I was recruited by the Owner to lead EHS, HR and Compliance areas of the company. I was then promoted to current
position to shore up the operations department. Utilized team approach to build procurement and inventory
operations, and putting all necessary processes and procedures in place to take the group from a start-up to an
established operation. Reduced overall Project Operations costs through structured recruiting and training of
personnel, development and effective implementation of standard processes and procedures and contracts
administration. Utilized skills to plan and implement Compliance Plans for projects in the refining, petrochemical, gas
production and commercial construction industries. Utilized knowledge of EHS standards and practices to reduce
TRIR, maintain compliance with regulations, and develop EHS policies and procedures.

Developed and implemented annual policy and procedure reviews and self-assessments to verify
conformance to current regulations and work practices.
Developed and maintained Compliance policies and procedures for HR, Safety, Facilities, Contracts
administration, Operations and IT.
Developed auditing and training programs in line with business strategy to drive accountability and change.
Create and deliver operations plan (3-5 year plan) to ensure the operations function delivers the business
priorities; focus on continuous improvement, operational efficiencies, cost reduction
Motivate and inspire operations team; ensure team has right level of development support and the
necessary skills to meet business requirements of the future
Lead negotiations with third party providers to reduce costs
Partner with VP Sales to ensure commercial operations delivers against business priorities; ensure
opportunities for improvement are identified and shared
Lead Contracts administration review of all customer, supplier and vendor contracts.
Oversee proposal planning and administration of contracts.
Negotiate terms and conditions.
Track authorizations and correspondence.
Prepare and disseminate information to appropriate employees regarding contract status, facilitate
contractor meetings.
Track payments and deadlines.
Analyze and mitigate risk.

Director EH&S Global Field Services

Koch Specialty Plant Services Inc. Houston, TX

10/2006 to 02/18/2013

While supervising 26 direct reports, utilized skills to resolve conflicts, plan and implement Safety Plans for projects up
to 600 employees in the refining, petrochemical and gas production industries globally. Interfaced with regulators
during inspections and audits to minimize, remove or resolve any findings found to. Utilized knowledge of EHS
standards and practices to reduce TRIR, maintain compliance with regulations, develop EHS policies and
procedures, audited for compliance with regulations and attain OSHA VPP Star status for Mobile Workforce.

Member of Senior Management Team.

Developed and implemented annual policy and procedure reviews and self assessments to verify
conformance to current regulations and work practices.

Guided implementation of VPP program from ground up. Star status June 2008

SGE (Special Government Employee) aid OSHA on VPP Audits

Improved case management of work related injuries and Workers Compensation management to effect
reduction in TRIR and Workers Compensation costs

Incidents investigated, personnel interviewed and reports prepared that include root cause analysis and
action items to prevent further incidents.

Developed auditing and training programs, metrics, and KPIs in line with business strategy.

Developed and maintained Safety Department policies and procedures for field service globally as well as
Personnel, Facilities and Warehouse.

Director of HR/HSE
McDonough Construction Rentals/ McDonough Marine Houston, TX

11/2003 to 10/2006

While supervising the Human Resources, Safety and QA/QC departments, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts,
and determined salaries and utilized knowledge of occupational safety and health standards and practices to reduce
EMR by 45% and TRIR from 4.69 to 0 thus reducing Workers Compensation premiums by 47%

Assist in transition of sale of Manufacturing facility for Champion Elevators, Inc., including separation and
logistics of assets and personnel

Wrote separation notices and conducted exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.

Developed and maintained Safety policies and procedures for Marine and Elevator Rental divisions

Developed, maintained and stayed in budget for Human Resources and Safety Departments

Investigated, interviewed and prepared reports for Senior Management.

Developed and conducted training for managers, supervisors and workers in supervisory skills, conflict
resolution skills, interpersonal communication, Human Resources, Risk Management skills and Safety policy
and procedure.

Inspected work environment, machinery and equipment for conformance with governmental standards.

Education & Qualifications:

Concordia University Austin, TX 05/13/2003

o Bachelors Human Resources Management
Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL 08/12/2006
o Master of Science Occupational Health and Safety
OSHA 501 Train the Trainer General Industry
Special Government Employee (SGE) VPP Auditor
National Association of Safety Professionals
o Master Safety Administrator
o Certified Safety Manager
o Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
o Certified Safety Consultant
Proficient with MS Office suite