Project Safety Engineer- Industrial Construction

The Weitz Company • Cedar Rapids, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weitz Company is hiring a Project Safety Engineer to join our Industrial team in Cedar Rapids, IA! The Project Safety Engineer is responsible for creating a positive safety culture while supporting our zero injury culture, and eliminating risk and claim exposure. This role serves as a safety resource and actively assists in implementing company standards and programs, maintaining safety compliance documentation, and auditing jobsites for safety compliance. If you are a safety professional who is passionate about building a culture of safety and quality, then this could be a great fit for you! 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Active OSHA 10 or 30 is a plus

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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees