Security Specialist - Major Projects

Location: Houston, TX Improving America’s infrastructure isn’t for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 10,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Security Specialist of Major Projects can change yours. The Security Specialist of Major Projects plays a key role in ensuring security requirements are effectively identified, integrated, and maintained throughout all phases of large-scale construction projects. In partnership with the Director of Risk Management – Corporate HSE & Security, this position collaborates with project managers, operations leaders, contractors, and external stakeholders to evaluate security risks, implement protective measures, and uphold corporate security standards. Serving as a trusted security advisor, the Security Specialist helps safeguard personnel, assets, information, and facilities while supporting the successful delivery of major projects. Success in this role requires a proactive approach to embedding security considerations into project planning, design, and execution, while balancing project schedules and operational objectives. Why Michels? We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record’s Top 400 Contractors Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality We are family owned and operated We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities We believe it is everyone’s responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles. We offer a comprehensive benefits program including (depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan): Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan Why you? You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated You have strong time management, verbal, and written communication skills Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement project-specific security plans for major capital, construction, and operational projects Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses during project planning and execution phases Ensure physical security requirements are incorporated into project designs, specifications, and operational procedures Monitor project activities to ensure compliance with company security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements Recommend risk mitigation strategies and monitor implementation effectiveness Investigate security incidents affecting project sites and recommend corrective actions Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, 10+ years related experience, or equivalent combination Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Must possess a valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles which may be driven and an acceptable driving record as determined by the Michels Review Team 10+ years of experience in corporate security, physical security, project security, risk management, construction security, or a related field (desired) Law enforcement, Military, and/or security experience (desired) Experience supporting security for large-scale construction projects, including data center or other critical infrastructure project (desired) AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability https://www.michels.us/website-user-privacy-policy/