The Weitz Company · 3 months ago
Project Safety Engineer - Data Center Construction
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe Weitz Company is a full-service construction firm that has been operating since 1855, and they are seeking a Project Safety Engineer for their data center projects. The role involves creating a positive safety culture, supporting a zero injury initiative, and ensuring compliance with safety standards on site.
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Responsibilities
Conduct safety audits and inspections on assigned project site(s); identify potential hazards and process improvement opportunities
Educate project team on safety through training and mentoring; 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 (i.e. hot work permits, GFCI inspections, confined space permits, excavation permits)
Perform industrial hygiene assessments
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
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
2+ years of construction safety experience
Excellent judgement and problem-solving skills
Ability to build positive relationships across the organization and provide conflict resolution and coaching to the team
Ability to resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner
Comfortable speaking in front of a variety of audiences of various sizes
Detail-oriented and highly organized
High level of initiative
Excellent verbal and written communication
Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
Preferred
OSHA 30 certification
Benefits
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
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.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2012-09-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Kevin McClain
President & CEO
Recent News
Corridor Business Journal
2025-10-31
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