Safety Manager - Mission-Critical/Data Center

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa (onsite)

Compensation: $100,000–$130,000+ base DOE, plus overtime eligibility (~10 hrs/week per workload) + full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

match, STD/LTD, Voluntary Life, PTO)

HireIQ Solutions is leading the search for a Safety Manager to serve as the site-lead for a large mission-critical (data center) project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This full-time W-2 role is with a nationally recognized mechanical contractor. The project is ramping now with peak activity through the next 18–24 months. You’ll own day-to-day safety leadership, ensure compliance with federal/state/local requirements, and coach a growing team so everyone goes Home Healthy – Home Safe each shift.

What You’ll Do

• Lead site safety program for a high-visibility data center project; act as the senior safety resource on-site.
• Conduct regular site inspections and track corrective actions to closure.
• Lead/participate in incident investigations and emergency response.
• Perform Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and maintain jobsite-specific documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks and targeted safety trainings; coach and mentor craft and field leadership.
• Support permitting and compliance activities; coordinate with regional HSE leadership.
• Carry out additional assignments in support of company Health & Safety goals.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of construction safety experience (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or mission-critical strongly preferred).
• OSHA 30 required. OSHA 500 or 510 strongly preferred (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire).
• Demonstrated knowledge of risk, liability, and safety management in active construction environments.
• Strong communication (written/verbal), organization, follow-through, and documentation skills.
• Solid computer skills (tracking systems, incident/corrective-action logs, training records).
• Self-motivated leader who can influence without authority and build a culture of safety.
• Education/Certifications (any of the following):
• Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related (Industrial Hygiene, Fire/Environmental Protection, etc.), or
• Professional certifications such as CHST, OHST, ASP, CSP, or
• Equivalent experience (minimum five years in construction safety with day-to-day HSE responsibilities).

Schedule, Travel & Project Timeline

• Full-time, onsite in Cedar Rapids with typical workweeks including ~10 hours of overtime (varies by phase).
• Regional travel as needed.
• Project duration estimated 18–24 months with strong potential for continued opportunities thereafter.

Relocation & Allowances

• Relocation assistance available.
• Temporary housing support up to ~$4,000/month (per policy and project phase).
• Company vehicle provided or $500/month vehicle allowance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• STD, LTD, Voluntary Life
• Paid Time Off

Hiring Process & Target Start

• Initial phone conversation → virtual interview (Teams) with project leadership → onsite interview in Iowa (when feasible).
• Target start: as soon as November, with additional hires anticipated through December and January.