Safety Manager I (Traveling)

The Weitz Company • Cedar Rapids, IA

44d • Onsite

About The Position

EPI Power is seeking a Safety Manager for a data center project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The role provides safety leadership and oversight for an assigned region and serves as an expert resource to the business to support consistent implementation of company safety standards and programs. Responsibilities include delivering safety training, supporting preconstruction safety planning, conducting jobsite safety audits, and investigating incidents. The position reports to the Regional Safety Manager or Safety Director and may manage Project Safety Managers and/or other Safety Managers assigned to the business.

The role requires working six days per week, Monday through Saturday, for 58 hours per week. EPI Power is a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company specializing in data centers. Its mission is to safely deliver industry-leading electrical construction solutions on a fast-track basis, and it is committed to growing a diverse, inclusive culture focused on continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Experience working in a formal safety capacity.
• Four years of construction safety experience.
• Strong management and organizational skills.
• Broad-based background in multiple phases of construction.
• Business acumen, conflict resolution, and coaching ability.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Effective communication skills and strong technical writing skills.
• Ability to speak in front of large groups.
• Proven leadership skills in motivating and mentoring employees at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn additional software.

Nice To Haves

• Data center construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Keep the business apprised of safety regulatory changes and facilitate implementation in the field.
• Provide advice and recommendations to the assigned business management team on safety programs and activities, work practices, company rules and procedures, and state workers’ compensation law.
• Support site inspections by third-party representatives and OSHA inspectors.
• Facilitate safety inspections and verify the adequacy of corrective actions.
• Ensure employees have the authority to stop work they believe is unsafe until the issue is resolved.
• Facilitate and coordinate the Safety Committee and support a positive, employee-supported program.
• Assemble and present incident investigation facts for evaluation and action by the Safety Accountability Committee.
• Facilitate communication about safety issues and best practices throughout the organization through the business management team.
• Generate and provide high-quality safety training.
• Verify project team incident investigations and How It Happened reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Inspect construction projects to evaluate compliance levels.
• Perform industrial hygiene assessments, including noise and air monitoring.
• Support proposals for new work by detailing company capabilities and responding to client questions.
• Participate in creating project safety plans.
• Represent the assigned business in safety-related hearings, including OSHA hearings.
• Support administration of the company Vehicle Safe Driver Policy.
• Support administration of the company Drug and Alcohol Policy.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

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.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Fully paid parental leave.
• Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance products.
• 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