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The Weitz Company · 2 days ago

Construction Project Safety Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Weitz Company is a licensed electrical contractor specializing in data centers, and they are seeking a Project Safety Engineer to promote a positive safety culture on their project sites. The role involves conducting safety audits, educating project teams on safety practices, and supporting compliance with safety regulations.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct safety audits and inspections on assigned project site while identifying potential hazards and process improvement opportunities

Educate project team on safety through training and mentoring and assist with safety orientation

Identify safety improvement initiatives and perform safety training

Investigate incidents and near misses; assist with claims management; recommend corrective and preventative measures based on identified incidents

Participate in the creation of the project safety plan

Support administration of company safety procedures and policies

Assemble and maintain site safety documentation/permits

Assist in the analysis of project safety performance (i.e. inspection results, injury rates, safety violations); recommend process improvements

Serve as a resource for safety issues or concerns, business unit safety committees, and staff meetings

Ensure safety and protective equipment is maintained and inspected per regulations

Qualification

OSHA 1030 certificationSafety auditsInspectionsMicrosoft Office proficiencyBilingual in EnglishSpanishHigh level of integrityCommunication skillsDetail-orientedProblem solving skills

Required

2+ years of safety experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing

Active OSHA 10 or 30 is desired

Excellent verbal and written communication

Ability to build positive relationships across the organization and be a trusted partner to employees

Detail-oriented and highly organized

High level of integrity and strong work ethic

Strong problem solving skills and a high level of initiative

Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to learn job-related software upon hire

Preferred

Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

Benefits

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

Company

The Weitz Company

The Weitz Company, a subsidiary of Orascom Construction PLC, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States.

Founded in 1855

Des Moines, Iowa, USA

1001-5000 employees