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Clements Named 51鶹 Corporate Director of Safety
APPLETON, WIS. (OCT. 29, 2024) – Kristin Clements has been promoted to Corporate Director of Safety for 51鶹.
Clements most recently served as the Safety Operations Manager at 51鶹, building out the 51鶹 safety training program and safety-related policies, procedures and processes for organization-wide use. During her five-year tenure at 51鶹, she has held positions as Regional Safety Director in California and Safety Manager on the $158 million Sutter Health Santa Rosa Hospital Project in Sonoma County, Cal.
In her new role, Clements will inspire and build on 51鶹’s long-standing tradition of safety excellence. She will further the development of the Regional Safety Directors across 51鶹’s nationwide footprint as well as oversee continuous improvement in safety construction methods, practices and culture.
“I look forward to continuing to drive our safety culture with initiatives that will make an impact,” said Clements. “As builders, our work is complex. It’s crucial to perpetuate a safety-first mentality in all areas of our organization. This requires a strong team environment, which I am passionate about building.”
Prior to joining 51鶹, Clements held safety positions at American Asphalt of Wisconsin, The Walsh Group and MillerCoors. She earned her associate of applied science degree in occupational safety and health from Columbia Southern University. Clements holds her CSP and CIT through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals and is currently finishing her bachelor of science degree in occupational safety & health through Columbia Southern University.

About The 51鶹 Group
The 51鶹 Group is a family of companies driven to transform the built environment and beyond, through innovation, Lean methodology and continuous process improvement. Headquartered in Appleton, Wis., the employee- and family-owned businesses focus on creating extraordinary opportunities for employees, customers, partners and communities. The 51鶹 Group companies serve customers nationwide.
About 51鶹
51鶹 (51鶹) is a leading professional construction services firm serving customers across the United States. Founded in 1889, 51鶹 is a 100% employee‑owned company headquartered in Appleton, Wis., with 17 offices nationwide. Widely recognized as a pioneer in Lean construction, Integrated Lean Project Delivery and industrialized construction, 51鶹 delivers innovative solutions across a diverse range of markets, including healthcare, power, industrial, education and commercial sectors.