Safety Manager (Traveling)

WEITZ-ABITAT MISSION CRITICAL; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Tax-Advantaged Benefits (HSA/FSA)

Employer-Paid Disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Voluntary Insurance Programs

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking a Safety Manager (Traveling) to provide regional safety leadership for our data-center-focused projects. Based in Cedar Rapids, IA, this role requires overseeing safety programs, incident investigations, and training while supporting field crews across multiple sites.

You will drive compliance with safety standards, coordinate inspections, and work with site teams to implement proactive safety measures in a fast-paced environment. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• 4 years of construction safety experience.
• Data center construction experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Keep business informed of safety regulatory changes and implement in the field.
• Provide safety program guidance and recommendations to the management team.
• Support site inspections by third-party reps and OSHA inspectors.
• Coordinate safety inspections and verify corrective actions.
• Empower employees to stop work if unsafe until issues are resolved.
• Coordinate Safety Committee activities and promote a positive safety culture.
• Present incident investigation facts for Safety Accountability Committee.
• Communicate safety issues and best practices across the organization.
• Deliver high-quality safety training to staff.
• Review incident investigations and
• Conduct project site safety inspections evaluating compliance.

Skills

Management skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Safety Manager (Traveling)

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Contract: Full-Time

Hours: 6 days per week, Monday – Saturday (58 hours per week)

EPI Power, LLC (“EPI”) is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company that specializes in data centers. Our mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

The Safety Manager supplies safety leadership and oversight for an assigned region. The Safety Manager functions as an expert resource to the business for consistent implementation of company safety standards and programs, provides safety training, supports preconstruction safety planning, and performs jobsite safety auditing and incident investigations. The Safety Manager reports to the Regional Safety Manager or Safety Director and may manage Project Safety Managers and/or other Safety Managers assigned to the business.

What You'll Do:

• Keep business apprised of safety regulatory changes and facilitate the implementation of these changes in the field.
• Provide general counsel, advice, and recommendations for safety programs and activities, work practices, company rules and procedures, and state workers' compensation law, for the assigned business management team.
• Support site inspections by third-party representatives and OSHA inspectors.
• Facilitate safety inspections and verify adequacy of corrective actions.
• Ensure any employee has the authority to stop work they feel is unsafe until the issue(s) can be resolved.
• Facilitate and coordinate the Safety Committee and work to implement a positive, employee-supported program.
• Assemble and present incident investigation facts for evaluation and action by Safety Accountability Committee.
• Facilitate, through the business management team, communication regarding safety issues and best practices throughout the organization.
• Generate and provide high-quality safety training.
• Verify project team incident investigations and How It Happened reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform inspections of all construction projects to evaluate levels of compliance.
• Perform industrial hygiene assessments (noise monitoring, air monitoring, etc).
• Support proposal activities for new work by detailing company capabilities and providing appropriate responses to client's questions.
• Participate in the creation of project safety plans.
• Represent the assigned business in all safety-related hearings (OSHA, etc.).
• Support administration of company Vehicle Safe Driver Policy.
• Support administration of company Drug and Alcohol Policy.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience:
  • Work in a formal safety capacity and four years of construction safety experience
  • Data center construction experience is preferred
• Skills:
  • Strong management and organizational skills. Broad-based background in multiple phases of construction. Business acumen, conflict resolution, and coaching ability are a must. Ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner. Effective communication skills, with strong technical writing skills. The ability to speak in front of large groups. Proven leadership skills in motivating and mentoring all levels of employees.
• Technology:
  • Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), and have the ability to learn additional software.
  • Training will be provided on company standards.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

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The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.