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The Weitz Company is seeking a Project Safety Manager to work on aviation projects located in Phoenix, AZ. This role will sometimes require working off-hours and nights.

Project Safety Manager:

The Project Safety Manager supplies site safety leadership and oversight for an assigned project(s). The Project Safety Manager functions as an expert resource to project teams for consistent implementation of company safety standards and programs, provides project-wide safety training, supports preconstruction safety planning, and performs jobsite safety auditing and incident investigating. The Project Safety Manager reports to the Project Superintendent or Project Manager and may manage other Project Safety Managers assigned to the project(s).

• Keeps project site informed of safety regulatory changes and implementation of updates
• Facilitates safety knowledge and expertise to project team through training and mentoring
• Champions positive safety culture within assigned project site including completing projects without safety incidents and eliminating/controlling safety risk and claim exposure
• Facilitates safety inspections to evaluate levels of compliance; supports inspections by third party representatives and OSHA inspectors if Safety Manager is unavailable
• Assembles and maintains site safety documentation (i.e. hot work permits, GFCI inspections, confined space permits, excavation permits)
• Participates in the creation of the project safety plan
• Performs project industrial hygiene assessments (i.e. noise monitoring, air monitoring)
• Verifies and assists in assembling of incident investigation facts for evaluation and 'How It Happened' reports
• Proactively identifies safety improvement initiatives or trainings based on observations and industry knowledge
• Ensures injury claims are reported to the claim coordinator; actively assists Safety Manager with managing all claims including the Return to Work program
• Tracks and trends project safety performance (i.e. inspection results, injury rates, safety violations) and recommends corrective/preventive measures for the project team.
• Participates in safety preconstruction meetings and pre-task safety planning.
• Supports administration of Company 'Serious Safety Violation Policy', 'Vehicle Safe Driver Policy', 'Drug and Alcohol Policy'.

What We're Looking For:

• Education: An industry-related Bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Safety professional certification is desirable (CHST or STS).
• Experience:
  • Project Safety Manager: Work in a formal safety capacity and two years construction experience is preferred. Data center and aviation construction experience is preferred.
• Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Outlook. Employee should have the ability to learn other specific software.
• Skills: A qualified candidate will demonstrate initiative, independent judgment, project management and organizational skills. They should also show strong attention to detail, verbal and written communication, coaching, time management, flexibility and problem solving abilities. This individual will speak in front of large groups and must maintain a high level of integrity.

What We Offer:

• 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

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.

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