DEKRA North America · 1 day ago
VP, Process Safety Consulting & Labs
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$250K/yr - $300K/yr
15+ years expDEKRA North America is a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions focused on safety, security, and sustainability. The Vice President, Process Safety Consulting & Testing Laboratories, will lead the strategic and operational aspects of the Process Safety Consulting organization and Testing Laboratory, driving profitable growth and ensuring high-quality safety solutions for clients across the Americas.
IndustrialManagement ConsultingPublic Safety
No H1B
Responsibilities
Actively contributes to a culture of safety and health by demonstrating accountability, communication, and oversight in the following key areas: Strategic Alignment, Accountability, Performance Monitoring, Reports, Communication & Engagement, Incident Management, and Corrective Actions
Define and execute the strategy to scale DEKRA’s Process Safety Consulting and Testing Laboratory businesses, driving sustainable, profitable growth across the Americas
Own full P&L responsibility, including delivery of annual revenue, EBIT, margin, and growth objectives
Identify, develop, and commercialize new service offerings and market opportunities aligned with evolving client needs, regulatory requirements, and industry trends
Drive operational excellence across consulting and laboratory operations, ensuring consistent delivery quality, employee safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous process improvement
Establish, enforce, and continuously improve laboratory safety programs, operating procedures, and best practices, ensuring compliance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry-leading safety protocols
Oversee resource planning, workforce capacity, utilization, and delivery timelines to optimize performance across consulting and lab services
Collaborate closely with the Consulting & Training (C&T) Leadership Team to design, position, and deliver holistic, integrated safety solutions that combine process safety consulting, laboratory capabilities, and broader advisory offerings
Lead the development, deployment, and scaling of strategic process safety solutions, including High Reliability Organization (HRO), Process Safety Governance and Strategy Design, and Process Safety Management (PSM) system optimization
Champion a high-performance, people-first culture that emphasizes employee engagement, professional development, inclusion, and well-being
Foster a client-centric operating model grounded in partnership, trust, technical excellence, and the highest safety standards
Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse, high-performing leadership team, building bench strength and succession capability
Serve as a senior executive interface with key and strategic clients, ensuring client satisfaction, long-term relationships, and expansion opportunities
Partner with Sales and Marketing to support business development, major pursuits, solution differentiation, and go-to-market execution
Represent DEKRA externally at industry forums, conferences, and client engagements as a recognized thought leader in Process Safety
Actively participate in the Global Process Safety Leadership Team, contributing to global strategy, capability development, and the sharing of best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sciences, or a related technical field required; professional credentials (e.g. PE) and advanced degree strongly preferred
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in industrial or manufacturing environments with direct accountability for process safety, operations, and risk management, complemented by experience in process safety consulting, laboratory operations, and/or technical services, and a proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
Proven track record of building, scaling, and integrating profitable business units within consulting, laboratory, or technical services organizations
Demonstrated ownership of P&L performance, including revenue growth, margin improvement, and disciplined cost and investment management
Strength in people leadership, with a clear history of coaching, developing, and retaining high-performing leaders and teams
Strategic, analytical, and financial acumen, with the ability to translate strategy into executable plans and measurable outcomes
Executive-level communication and influencing skills, with credibility engaging clients, senior executives, regulators, and global stakeholders
Deep commitment to safety leadership, ethical conduct, quality, and continuous improvement, with a visible track record of embedding best practices in both consulting and laboratory environments
Ability to commute to client locations
Ability to handle extended periods of computer-based work, including telephone
Must always display professional and ethical conduct
Ability to lift 25-50 lbs
Domestic and/or international travel required, estimated up to 25%
Benefits
Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
Company Health Savings Account contribution
Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
Paid Parental Leave
Travel Assist (Domestic/International)
Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others
Education Assistance Program
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Internal training and development resources to grow your career
LEAD Forward Leadership Development Program
Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation
Company
DEKRA North America
DEKRA North America is a public safety firm that offers innovative professional services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Felicia Stennis, ACS
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Jim Spigener
Chief Client Officer
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