JULY 2025CONSTRUCTIONBUSINESSREVIEW.COM8IN MYOPINIONBy Rob Miller, VP of Safety, Keeley Construction NAVIGATING THE JOURNEY OF SAFETY LEADERSHIP Rob Miller, a safety professional since 1996, graduated from Murray State University with a BS in Occupational Safety and Health. He began his career in construction, focusing on oil refineries and chemical plants, and later transitioned to the utility industry. As a certified safety and utility safety professional, he leads safety initiatives across various sectors for Keeley Construction.Building Trust through Relationships One of my primary responsibilities is cultivating meaningful relationships with our leadership team and craft personnel. Building these connections is crucial for establishing a culture of trust within the organization. When our craft personnel believe in the effectiveness of our outlined processes and procedures, they are more likely to adhere to them. This trust creates a psychological safety environment where team members feel empowered to propose more efficient or safer task execution methods. Encouraging this open dialogue reinforces safety practices and fosters a collaborative atmosphere where everyone feels invested in the project's success. This relationship-building is particularly important in an industry that often faces high-pressure situations. The construction sector's inherently time-sensitive nature and high-stakes environment demands robust interpersonal
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