Safety Manager - Industrial Construction

Kiewit • Janesville, WI

32d

About The Position

The Safety Manager manages Health, Safety and Environmental programs at the project level and drives a safety-oriented approach to work. The role requires a self-starter who is highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision, quickly learn processes related to company policies and procedures, and use relevant software programs.

The position supports the Kiewit Industrial District, which delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States, including data centers, mineral processing, energy, and water projects. The role is located at a project site, with travel and relocation as needed. The candidate should expect to spend the majority of their time on projects and may work at various locations and under varying conditions.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience managing construction projects in an environmental health and safety-related area, specifically on industrial-related projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a safety-related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on projects of increasing complexity.
• Knowledge of MSHA and OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, record keeping, and injury management.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed and work at various locations and under varying conditions.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMTA) certification.
• OSHA/MSHA instructor certifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are properly set up and supported to execute the safety program.
• Conduct project site audits to review records, permits, field conditions, safe work practices, and employees’ knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure Project Safety employees complete their responsibilities.
• Ensure corporate programs and standards are executed.
• Lead district safety business plan efforts.
• Prepare reports and a game plan for each monthly DOR.
• Promote and own the safety program, and provide feedback on ways to simplify and improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Visit projects proactively to assess conditions and work with teams to improve safety.
• Mentor Project Safety employees and identify their development needs.
• Participate in interviewing and hiring safety professionals.
• Collaborate and communicate frequently with Construction Management teams and safety professionals across the organization.
• Be accountable for incident management system data and ensure projects are set up for effective treatment management.
• Ensure proper incident root causes are identified and shared, and follow corporate, group, or district incident protocols.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance; work productively and meet deadlines; communicate and interact effectively and professionally; and perform work safely and effectively.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within deadlines, and work overtime and weekends as required.

Benefits

• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents.
• Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Retirement plans with matching.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior