Full-Time
Project Safety Manager
MC+/Day 2 Construction
The Weitz Company
1,001-5,000 employees
Design-build construction manager for commercial projects
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Ashburn, VA, USA
Remote
Travel is required for project assignments in Virginia.
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- At least 3 years of construction safety experience.
- Experience working in live data center environments is preferred.
- OSHA 30 certification is preferred.
- Ability to build positive relationships across the organization and provide conflict resolution and coaching to the team.
- Ability to resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner.
- Ability to speak in front of audiences of various sizes.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- High level of initiative.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in basic computer software, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire.
- Participate in creating the project safety plan.
- Track and trend project safety performance, including site safety inspection results, injury rates, and safety violations, and recommend corrective and preventive measures for project team implementation.
- Verify project team adherence to company safety management processes.
- Assist project teams with enforcing safety programs, including drafting letters, issuing safety violations, and meeting with managers.
- Facilitate project safety committees.
- Participate in safety preconstruction meetings and pre-task safety planning.
- Conduct or facilitate project-wide safety training.
- Support project teams with applicable regulatory safety compliance.
- Facilitate project safety inspections and verify the adequacy of project team corrective actions.
- Ensure employees have the authority to stop work they believe is unsafe until the issues are resolved.
- Verify project team incident investigations and “How It Happened” reports for completeness and accuracy.
- Assemble and maintain site safety documentation, including hot work permits, GFCI inspections, confined space permits, and excavation permits.
- Perform project industrial hygiene assessments, including noise monitoring and air monitoring.
- Coordinate and regularly communicate site safety activities with the Project Manager.
- Participate in project safety regulatory compliance audits, including OSHA inspections.
- Encourage innovative thinking by the project team to increase project safety awareness.
- Experience working in live data center environments.
- OSHA 30 certification.
The Weitz Company is a full-service construction firm serving industrial and commercial clients as a general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with offices nationwide. It guides projects from initial plans to completion using a design-build approach, giving clients a single point of contact for a smooth process and a high-quality finished product. The company stands out through its long history (founded in 1855), family ownership, and strong reputation for integrity and professionalism, along with its ability to manage design-build projects efficiently. With more than 75% of business from repeat clients, its goal is to reliably deliver on promises by providing accountable leadership and dependable construction services.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Iowa
Founded
1855
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 Des Moines airport terminal momentum signals marquee public work through 2027.
- March 2026 3850 Blake Street topped out; 310 units target Q2 2027 delivery.
- 2025 mission critical built 131 megawatts; 1,160 megawatts remain under construction.
What critics are saying
- May 2026 OSHA opened an inspection at Fairfax, Iowa, keeping safety scrutiny active.
- February 2026 Great American Insurance litigation reached arbitration motions in federal court.
- Larry Graeve retires in 2026, risking preconstruction knowledge loss in senior living.
What makes The Weitz Company unique
- Founded 1855, Orascom-backed, Weitz spans 50 states and complex infrastructure.
- June 2026, its mission-critical team managed $2.8B data center work, including QTS Cedar Rapids.
- Weitz pairs airport, senior living, and multi-family expertise with Lean Construction.
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Benefits
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Parental Leave
Wellness Program
Performance Bonus
Growth & Insights and Company News
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↑ 8%Grinnell Loose Hall Project earns Masters Award at Master Builders of Iowa Conference. Weitz's Grinnell Loose Hall Project earned the Masters Award, with The Weitz Company being honored in the $0-15 million category at the recent Master Builders of Iowa Conference. Created to highlight the high degree of professionalism and skill across Iowa's construction industry, the Masters Award recognizes exceptional project execution and the collaborative efforts of teams who deliver outstanding results. The recognition reflects a commitment not only to quality craftsmanship, but to the processes, partnerships, and leadership required to bring complex projects to life. The Grinnell Loose Hall project stands as a testament to the dedication and expertise of the Weitz team. From preconstruction through final completion, the project exemplified the professionalism, coordination, and attention to detail that define excellence in commercial construction. Weitz Company is proud of its team's continued commitment to raising the standard across Iowa's commercial building landscape and grateful to Master Builders of Iowa for this meaningful recognition. A big congratulations to its Weitz Iowa Commercial team and all partners involved. This success is a true reflection of the team's hard work and dedication!
Weitz Industrial recognized at 2025 ABC MN/ND Excellence in Construction (EIC) Banquet. February 19, 2026 / Blog The Weitz Company is proud to announce that the DSM-Firmenich Petfood Premix Facility has been recognized at the 2025 Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Minnesota & North Dakota Excellence in Construction (EIC) Banquet. The project received the Pyramid Award in the Industrial Construction - Over $20 Million category. The ABC MN/ND EIC program celebrates exceptional construction achievements delivered by member contractors across the region. Winners from the regional program advance to national consideration. The ABC Excellence in Construction Awards Gala will honor the country's most innovative and high-quality projects on Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah. The 70,000-square-foot "next generation" petfood premix and vitamin trace mineral (VTM) facility features advanced robotics, automation, and containerized ingredient-handling technologies, replacing traditional equipment used in the petfood industry. These innovations position the facility as the most technologically advanced premix plant for both DSM-Firmenich and the broader petfood premix market. Systems throughout the facility automate ingredient receiving, micro-batching, blending, conveying, and packaging. Operator safety was a priority in the facility's design. Clear work zones, dedicated visitor pathways, and strategically planned tour routes enhance both safety and user experience. Given the significant robotic and automated equipment in motion, machine guarding and safety fencing were carefully engineered to protect operators while maintaining accessibility for maintenance. In addition to the Pyramid Award, its team was also recognized with the STEP Safety Management System Platinum award. Reflecting its company's ongoing commitment to safety. Weitz Professional Services, LLC (WPS), Weitz's internal design and engineering group, provided overall plant layout, process design, and fugitive particle matter recovery systems. WPS also developed and managed the master equipment list. Additionally, they coordinated the engineering efforts of multiple design-build trade partners to ensure seamless integration across all disciplines. Congratulations to the project team for an excellent job.
Celebrating A legacy of leadership and innovation at Weitz with Larry Graeve. After 32 remarkable years at The Weitz Company, Larry Graeve, Senior Vice President of Preconstruction, will be retiring at the end of the year. With over four decades of experience in the construction industry, Larry leaves behind a legacy of projects defined by expertise, innovation, and unwavering dedication worth celebrating. Larry's journey at Weitz has been nothing short of extraordinary. Over the years, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's preconstruction and estimating services, particularly within the Senior Living market. His leadership has guided the planning and execution of some of the most complex and high-value senior living communities across the country, from Sagewood in Phoenix, Arizona to Oak Hammock in Gainesville, Florida. His deep understanding of cost control, budgeting, and constructability reviews has consistently delivered value to clients and partners alike. "Larry Graeve has been more than a colleague, he's been a trusted advisor, a teacher, and a friend. His passion for Lean Construction and Sustainability wasn't just about improving processes; it was about building smarter, more thoughtful communities. His work has touched lives in ways that go far beyond the jobsite," said Mike Grever, General Manager for Commercial | The Weitz Company. Known for his calm demeanor, sharp insight, and unwavering commitment to doing things the right way. Larry's influence reaches well beyond Weitz. He's shared his knowledge generously through speaking engagements and publications, always eager to help others grow. His database of cost and programming information has become a go-to resource for architects and developers nationwide and stands as a testament to his forward-thinking approach and dedication to excellence. His retirement marks the end of an era, but his impact will be felt for decades to come. As Larry prepares for this next chapter, Weitz Company celebrate his incredible career and thank him for the legacy he leaves behind. Congratulations, Larry, and best wishes for a well-earned retirement!
The Weitz Company announces Andy Gardner as Vice President. Gardner's promotion reflects The Weitz Company's commitment to leadership excellence and strategic growth across their Iowa Commercial and Mission Critical sectors. (Des Moines, IA) - The Weitz Company is pleased to announce the promotion of Andy Gardner to Vice President overseeing preconstruction efforts for the company's Iowa Commercial and Mission Critical divisions. He will assume this new role in conjunction with his title as Preconstruction Director. In this new role, Gardner will continue to lead project teams throughout both divisions sharing his knowledge and expertise with teams across the company. Gardner has been with The Weitz Company for 25 years and has led preconstruction strategy of many notable projects like the Iowa Events Center, Prairie Meadows Casino, and QTS Data Center in Cedar Rapids. While the majority of his career he led preconstruction efforts with the Iowa Commercial team, he recently added leadership of Mission Critical preconstruction to his scope of work making him responsible for leadership of over $2.8B worth of national data center construction work and growing. "Andy's leadership experience and expanded scope of work mark the start of another great chapter in his remarkable career," said Kevin McClain, CEO & President of The Weitz Company. "We are thrilled to see him continue to contribute to the success of the company and bring his extensive expertise to commercial and data center clients around the country." Gardner's promotion reflects his outstanding leadership and contributions to some of The Weitz Company's most notable projects. As he steps into this new role, his continued leadership will play a valuable part in strengthening the company's success and growth for the future. About The Weitz Company Founded in 1855, The Weitz Company, a subsidiary of Orascom Construction PLC, is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design builder, and construction manager that serves all 50 U.S. states. Weitz is one of the oldest general contractors in the United States and an industry leader in Aviation construction, Industrial construction, Mission Critical construction, and Commercial construction. Acquired in 2012, Weitz leverages Orascom Construction's international expertise on large-scale, complex infrastructure projects to deliver premier results to clients across the United States. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, The Weitz Company annually ranks in the top tier of Engineering News-Record (ENR) magazine's Top 400 Contractors and Building Design+Construction's Giants 300 Contractors lists. You can read more about The Weitz Company at https://www.weitz.com/.
(Phoenix, AZ) - The Weitz Company is pleased to announce that Christian Green has joined its Arizona office as Senior Business Development Manager.