Traveling Safety Manager - Data Center Construction

Weitz; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Traveling Safety Manager to oversee safety on a significant data center project. This role involves ensuring compliance with safety regulations, providing training, and leading incident investigations. The ideal candidate will have extensive construction safety experience and strong leadership skills. Join a company committed to building a better way, where your contributions will help foster a safe and inclusive work environment. This position offers competitive pay, a rewarding bonus program, and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for growth in your career.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Rewarding Bonus Program

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Fully Paid Parental Leave

Corporate Wellness Program

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a formal safety role within construction.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership and oversight for construction projects.
• Perform jobsite safety audits and incident investigations.
• Support proposal activities for new work by detailing company capabilities.

Skills

Construction Safety Experience

Management Skills

Conflict Resolution

Effective Communication

Technical Writing

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Weitz Company isseeking a Traveling Safety Manager to be located on a data center project in Boydton, VA.

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.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

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.
• Verifyproject 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 have 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
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• 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.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-basedsubsidiaries 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 applicantswill 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 applicablestate and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.Click hereto review our Privacy Notice.

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