Safety Manager - Mission Critical

Findorff Current Openings•Davenport, IA

About The Position

Findorff is seeking a Safety Manager to provide safety leadership for mission critical and data center construction projects. The role ensures compliance with company standards, owner requirements, and regulatory agencies, and leads site-specific safety planning and risk management. The Safety Manager partners with project teams, owners, and trade partners to integrate safety throughout project planning and execution, monitor jobsite conditions and safety performance, and respond to incidents. The position also conducts safety training and supports company-wide safety programs and continuous improvement. Findorff is a commercial construction company founded in 1890, based in Wisconsin, and building throughout the U.S., with projects in healthcare, science and technology, industrial, and other sectors.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Associate degree in a safety-related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
5+ years of commercial construction experience with a strong background in construction safety.
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, job hazard analyses (JHAs), site-specific safety plans, and incident investigation procedures.
Proven ability to influence field teams, trade partners, and project leadership to drive a culture of safety and accountability.
Excellent communication, coaching, training, and relationship-building skills.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced construction environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting mission critical, data center, industrial, or other complex construction environments.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day safety leadership for mission critical and data center projects, ensuring compliance with company standards, owner requirements, and regulatory agencies.
Lead the development and implementation of site-specific safety plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Methods of Procedure (MOPs), and other proactive risk management initiatives.
Conduct jobsite inspections, track safety metrics, document observations, and partner with project teams to identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors.
Respond to workplace incidents, assist with investigations, coordinate reporting requirements, and support employee return-to-work and claims management processes.
Collaborate with Superintendents, Project Managers, owners, and trade partners to integrate safety into all phases of project planning and execution.
Conduct orientations, toolbox talks, and safety training; mentor field leaders and safety team members to strengthen safety performance across projects.
Support company-wide safety programs, continuous improvement initiatives, and emergency response efforts while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
Assist with work-related injuries, first aid/CPR response, drug screening, and return-to-work and claims processes.