Area Safety Manager - Energy

Posting Title: Area Safety Manager Reports To: Regional Safety Manager Location: This position supports a geographic area: Nevada. Salary Range: $123,750.00 - $163,000.00 This position is eligible for the annual performance bonus plan. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education and experience. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. WHO WE ARE Since 1954, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Real, tangible things that alter the landscape and improve lives. And we've done it with integrity for more than 70 years. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we’re proud to be part of Quanta Services (PWR:NYSE), North America's largest employer of skilled craft labor. Because what we do is important, but how we do it is everything. THE ENERGY TEAM Our Energy Group at CEI builds projects from the field to the grid. Whether it’s a solar, battery storage, substation, EV charging, microgrid or converter station project, our skilled project managers, engineers and field employees deliver when it matters most. We work with customers on programs of all sizes—those spanning several smaller sites or spanning several thousand acres. Besides building some of the nation’s largest utility‑scale solar plants and installing more EV charging stations in California than any other contractor, we are dedicated to running a business that is environmentally responsible. ABOUT THE ROLE This role supports the Project Teams in developing and sustaining an Incident and Injury Free Culture (IIFC) and ensures compliance with federal, state, local and client safety regulations and requirements. This professional will lead the technical development and maintenance of a Project Safety Roadmap and Site Safety Plan. This position reports to the assigned Regional or Division Safety Manager. This position will require travel up to 50% of the time and will occasionally include overnight stays. This position will provide EHS support to a geographic area. Support Crew Foreman, General Foremen, Site and Area Superintendents in the execution of the Project Safety Road map and Site Safety Plan. Assist with the development, evaluations and execution of Safety Pre-Task Planning and Standard Work Instructions. Perform daily observations of employee behaviors and site conditions utilizing the SmartTagIt system. Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs through routine safety program audits. Assist with the development and approval of work permits (confined space, ground disturbance, fall protection, etc.). Provide coaching to employees on hazard identification and mitigation utilizing the Personal Risk Assessment process. Ensure Foremen, GF and Superintendents are evaluating SPTP’s, SWI’s and PRA’s and providing appropriate coaching as needed. Meet regularly with project leadership and support the development of project specific corrective action plans to address safety issues and concerns. Provide up-to-date Total Case Incident Reporting to project leadership and management. Provide coaching and mentoring for employees exhibiting unsafe behaviors and provide recognition for employees exhibiting safe behaviors. Facilitate safety training and testing for all employees (HazCom, Fall Protection, Lockout/Tag out, etc.). Provide case management of all injury/illness cases. Support Project Safety Mangers in completion of incident investigations. Perform periodic evaluations of power tools and equipment (i.e. scissor lifts, forklifts, fall protection, laser levelers, etc.) to ensure equipment is being maintained in good working order, as applicable. Monitor and evaluate CEI/Subcontractor compliance with applicable rules and regulations, and project safety requirements. Support Project Leadership in the development and execution of weekly toolbox safety meetings. Ensure that meetings are taking place daily and provide input to crews through routine attendance and assessments on relevance of topics. Provide feedback to project leadership on meeting effectiveness. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Flex & Stretch Program. Provide management oversight and professional development of Project Safety Managers and Coordinators as needed. Develop SMART Objectives and Key Results (OKR’s) to manage development and performance of direct reports. ABOUT YOU Understanding of industry consensus standards such as NFPA, ASTM, and ANSI. Experience with union workforce desired. Ability to work independently, strong communication skills with ability to influence behaviors. Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.). Bi-lingual desired. GENERAL WORK ENVIRONMENT Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted in both indoor office, and outdoor constructions jobsite settings. Environmental conditions will vary. Occasional work at heights, in confined space, and lifting of up to 40 pounds. The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position’s role within the business unit. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: High School diploma or GED required, Bachelor of Science degree in environmental health and safety discipline preferred. Licensure/Certifications: BCSP STSC required and must be willing to obtain a BCSP CHST certification or higher within 12 months. CPR/FA Certified (Trainer Preferred). Experience: 5-7 years of construction safety experience (electrical safety experience preferred). Driving Record: Valid state-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual proficiency preferred. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. PLEASE NOTE CEI will never ask for any money or financial information from applicants during the hiring process. To learn more about job scams and how to avoid them, click here. ( CEI is a place where every single person can—and does—have an impact on the work we do and the communities we serve. Here, you can build your own story and grow to your full potential. You can collaborate and celebrate with amazing people. And you’ll go home every day knowing you helped contribute to important work that shapes people’s lives. Our commercial, data center and energy projects may be complex, but our approach is simple. We build great things and we do it with great people. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department, program or project needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Cupertino Electric Inc. aims to make cei.com accessible to any and all users. 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