Suffolk Construction · 7 hours ago
Safety Manager, Data Centers
Cedar Rapids, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expSuffolk Construction is a national enterprise that specializes in construction management and innovative project solutions. The Safety Manager will oversee compliance with safety policies and procedures, ensuring safety standards are met across multiple project sites, and will work closely with project management to facilitate safety planning and training.
Civil EngineeringConstructionService Industry
Responsibilities
Conducts regular site inspections, recording safe and unsafe conditions using Hammertech Software
Performs administrative tasks related to project specific safety documentation and document storage systems
Coordinates, schedules, and facilitates subcontractor’s Pre-Construction Safety Planning Meetings, conducted with Operations Team
Acts as a resource for field operations for Federal (OSHA) state and local safety and health regulations including NFPA Standards
Reviews Subcontractors Site Specific Safety Programs and Job Hazard Analysis prior to subcontractor mobilization
Periodically attends and monitors Tool Box Talks conducted by subcontractors to assure documentation and quality
Facilitate post incident investigations with trade partners post incident
Coordinates with Regional Risk Manager’s for identification of claims trends and proactive risk management planning
Responsible for safety orientations and reviewing documentation from subcontractors for the proper training of their employees as related to the scope of work
Coordinate, schedule and facilitate all Subcontractors Pre-Construction Safety Planning Meetings acting as a resources for field operations with compliance on Federal (OSHA). and state as well as local safety and health regulations including NFPA Standards
Create, communicate, enforce, and identify opportunities for improvements in Site Specific Safety Program
Responsible for ensuring local, state, and federal safety related permits are in place and current
Be proficient in regional regulatory requirements
Responsible for all site safety related meetings and update all safety related logistics plans
Responsible for emergency action planning
Qualification
Required
Candidate must possess Suffolk's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work and Professionalism
3+ years of related work experience in field of Construction Health and Safety. Working knowledge of Federal and State safety and health regulations, as well as local building code issues for safety and health
Demonstrated expertise with construction and safety technologies and practices
Willingness to provide best in class customer service
Completed required internal training with Learning and Development team
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong planning, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills
Individual must be collaborative and positive in directing people
Capacity to coordinate efforts with field staff and external partners
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to make decisions promptly and with confidence
Sound business judgment
Highly organized, able to prioritize and multi-task
The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Construction or Safety preferred but not required
Certified OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Trainer and CHST Designation preferred
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles
Access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits
Dental, and vision insurance plans
Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care
Generous paid time off
401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources
Company paid and voluntary life insurance
Tax deferred savings accounts
10 backup daycare days each year
Short- and long-term disability
Commuter benefits
Relocation support
Monthly housing stipends
Monthly travel allowances
Company
Suffolk Construction
Suffolk Construction is a construction contracting company.
1001-5000 employees
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John Fish
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jit Kee Chin
Chief Technology Officer
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