Project Safety Engineer

The Weitz Company is hiring a Project Safety Engineer to join our Denver, CO team! The Project Safety Engineer is responsible for creating a positive safety culture 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 jobsites for safety compliance. If you are a safety professional who is passionate about building a culture of safety and quality, then this could be a great fit for you!

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct safety audits and inspections on assigned project site while identifying potential hazards and process improvement opportunities
• Educate project team on safety through training and mentoring and 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/permits
• Assist in the analysis of project safety performance (i.e. inspection results, injury rates, safety violations); recommend process improvements
• Serve as a resource for safety issues or concerns, business unit safety committees, and staff meetings
• Ensure safety and protective equipment is maintained and inspected per regulations

What We’re Looking For:

• experience:
  • 2+ years of safety experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing
  • Active OSHA 10 or 30 is a plus
• Skills:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Ability to build positive relationships across the organization and be a trusted partner to employees
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized
  • High level of integrity and strong work ethic
  • Strong problem solving skills and a high level of initiative
• Technology:
  • Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to learn job-related software upon hire

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 does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-basedsubsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicablestate and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.Click hereto review our Privacy Notice.

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