Sr. Safety Manager - Advanced Technologies
Mount Pleasant, WI, US
Requisition ID: 177792
Job Level: Senior Level
Home District/Group: Cherne District
Department: Safety
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
District Overview
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Safety Manager to lead and elevate our safety culture across large-scale construction projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring zero-incident execution, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk mitigation in fast-paced, high-tech environments. You’ll serve as the strategic safety lead, partnering with project executives, field teams, and clients to embed safety into every phase of the build—from site mobilization to commissioning for Industrial projects, with the initial project in Mount Pleasant Wisconsin. Our Industrial division focuses on EPC projects in the following markets: Data Center, EV Battery, advanced manufacturing, Water/Wastewater, Mining, and Campus Energy. As a Sr. Safety Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the overall site safety programs are in place, and teams are following safety procedures and processes and keeping the project accident free! If you have 10 years in Safety for self-perform, large scale projects, we would like to talk with you!
ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a career, with stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on and want to work on hyperscale projects, look no further! We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing electricity demands. We cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career. At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees.
Location
One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. You will be required to work at project sites, around the country, for the duration of the project. We offer relocation assistance or per diem/trips home, based on IRS guidelines.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement site-specific safety plans aligned with corporate EH&S policies and OSHA standards
Lead daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and incident response protocols. Monitor Industrial construction work for compliance to safety requirements.
Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments across all trades and subcontractors. Conduct training, new hire orientation and safety meetings at the project sites.
Collaborate with construction managers, engineers, and client representatives to ensure safety integration in design and execution
Investigate incidents and near-misses, prepare root cause analyses, and drive corrective actions
Mentor and train field personnel on hazard recognition, PPE usage, and emergency procedures
Manage documentation and reporting for regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders
Champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement in safety performance
Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is also desired.
Qualifications
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial is preferred, or at least 4 years equivalent degree/work experience, plus a minimum of 8 years Safety oversight for Industrial construction projects
• Strong work ethic; Must have strong interpersonal, problem solving, conflict resolution and organizational skills. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teans and influence safety outcomes, in complex, multi-phased construction projects
• Must be able to act independently with little or no supervision and work collaboratively on a team environment
• Ability to utilize safety management software MS OFfice and other digital reporting tools.
• Ability to carry out duties in varying work environments including wide ranging weather conditions and terrain.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements and other relevant standards is required
Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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