Safety Project Manager

Cupertino Electric, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 98,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Cupertino Electric, Inc. seeks a Safety Project Manager to support the Safety Directors and the Corporate Safety Team in maintaining an Incident and Injury Free Culture while ensuring compliance with OSHA and client safety regulations.

The role will develop and manage safety programs across the organization and lead safety-related projects with internal teams, vendors, and key stakeholders. You will apply strong project management, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in safety and/or project management, construction industry preferred.
• BCSP and PMP certifications preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and business objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, define milestones, assign resources, and monitor progress to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Communicate project status, outcomes, risks, and issues to stakeholders and leadership teams, escalating concerns when appropriate.
• Utilize project management best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain project objectives.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support safety goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety planning into preconstruction activities, field operations, and project closeout processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of OSHA regulations, applicable local safety requirements, and industry best practices to ensure organizational compliance.
• Promote a culture of accountability, open communication, proactive hazard identification, and risk prevention throughout the organization.
• Support and sustain the organization's Incident and Injury Free Culture (IIFC).
• Develop, implement, and support safety training programs, policies, and procedures.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of safety training programs through assessments, audits, and performance metrics.
• Partner closely with operations teams to identify and address new safety training needs.
• Provide tools, resources, and guidance that enable field teams to execute effective safety practices.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with safety teams, operations leaders, business partners, and vendors to support project success.
• Influence and motivate teams to achieve safety and project objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication across all levels of the organization.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree preferred

High School Diploma or GED required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Description

Posting Title: Safety Project Manager

Reports To: Director, Safety

Location: San Jose, CA | Des Moines, IA | Remote| Hybrid

Salary Range: $97,500 to $158,000

This position involves working remote/hybrid or on-site at the project location or in office as necessary. Travel frequency and duration will vary depending on the role and project timeline.

Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets.

Who We Are

Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we're proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything.

THE SAFETY TEAM

Safety is one of our core values at CEI. Our dedicated Safety Department takes a proactive approach, fostering a team-driven culture where every employee is empowered to prioritize safety in every task. We believe in continuous improvement, open communication, and a shared commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment.

About The Role

The Safety Project Manager supports the Safety Directors and the Corporate Safety Team in fostering and sustaining an Incident and Injury Free Culture (IIFC) while ensuring compliance with federal, state, local, and client-specific safety regulations. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, managing, and continuously improving safety programs across the organization.

The Safety Project Manager leads and coordinates safety-related projects by partnering with safety teams, business units, third-party vendors, and key stakeholders. Through strong project management, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, this role drives successful project outcomes, strengthens organizational safety performance, and promotes a proactive safety culture.

Project Management & Program Execution

• Lead safety projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and business objectives.
• Develop detailed project plans, define milestones, assign resources, and monitor progress to ensure successful project delivery.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Communicate project status, outcomes, risks, and issues to stakeholders and leadership teams, escalating concerns when appropriate.
• Utilize project management best practices, techniques, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as needed to maintain project objectives.

Safety Leadership & Compliance

• Partner with internal stakeholders to support safety goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate safety planning into preconstruction activities, field operations, and project closeout processes.
• Maintain current knowledge of OSHA regulations, applicable local safety requirements, and industry best practices to ensure organizational compliance.
• Promote a culture of accountability, open communication, proactive hazard identification, and risk prevention throughout the organization.
• Support and sustain the organization's Incident and Injury Free Culture (IIFC).

Training & Development

• Develop, implement, and support safety training programs, policies, and procedures.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of safety training programs through assessments, audits, and performance metrics.
• Partner closely with operations teams to identify and address new safety training needs.
• Provide tools, resources, and guidance that enable field teams to execute effective safety practices.

Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with safety teams, operations leaders, business partners, and vendors to support project success.
• Influence and motivate teams to achieve safety and project objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication across all levels of the organization.

About You

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and manage time effectively.
• Strong project management experience with proven ability to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence behaviors and drive positive outcomes.
• Proven success collaborating with and presenting to all levels of management.
• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments while meeting deadlines.
• Strong resource planning, task scheduling, and organizational skills.
• Highly resourceful with demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and related business software.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of construction, industrial, or field-based safety practices and regulations.
• Experience developing and implementing safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with safety auditing, compliance management, and training program evaluation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work in both office and field environments as required.
• Occasional travel to project sites and company locations. Up to 25% travel required.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree preferred

Licensure/Certifications: BCSP and PMP certification preferred

Experience: 7+ years’ experience in safety and/or project management. Construction industry experience preferred.

Driving Record: Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual proficiency preferred.

PLEASE NOTE

CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process.

CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—and have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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