Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

Our organization is seeking a Project Safety Engineer to be located on our data center project site in Goodyear, AZ.

The Project Safety Engineer assists in the creation of a positive safety culture on an assigned project site 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 job sites for safety compliance.

What You'll Do:

• Conduct safety audits and inspections on assigned project site(s); identify potential hazards and process improvement opportunities
• Educate project team on safety through training and mentoring; 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 (i.e. hot work permits, GFCI inspections, confined space permits, excavation permits)
• Perform industrial hygiene assessments
• Assist in the analysis of project safety performance (i.e. inspection results, injury rates, safety violations); recommend process improvements
• Ensure safety and protective equipment is maintained and inspected per regulations

What We're Looking For:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each previously stated duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary to succeed in this role.

• 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: Previous internship experience in a construction-related safety role is preferred. LEAN principles experience is desirable. Active OSHA 10 or 30 is required. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a safety role.
• 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.
• Technology: Advanced computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn other specific software.

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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