Safety Manager - Data Center Construction

The Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices across projects. With a minimum of 10 years in HSE roles and at least 3 years in construction, preferably with data centers or large projects, this role requires expertise in managing high-risk activities and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Needs are in Houston TX (?Hablas Espaniol?), Santa Clara CA, Ashburn VA and Hillsboro OR.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 30, CPR, and First Aid Certified.
• Extensive knowledge of safety systems analysis and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and submit required local, state, and regulatory reports.
• Develop and manage internal audit programs and site-specific safety policies.
• Investigate and resolve incidents, near-misses, and serious adverse events.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop emergency response and crisis management plans.
• Provide safety training and technical support.
• Design, conduct, and oversee safety training programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Maintain HSE records and prepare regulatory reports.
• Lead HSE programs across facilities and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Partner with leadership to promote a strong safety culture and advocate for employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and monitor compliance.
• Manage waste, hazardous materials, and ensure regulatory-compliant disposal.
• Develop and control the annual HSE budget and allocate resources effectively.
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) roles, or a combination of 4-year college education and relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of EH&S experience in construction, preferably with data centers or large projects.
• Proficient in managing high-risk activities, including electrical safety.
• Knowledgeable in working with trades (e.g., electricians, plumbers) and understanding multi-employer worksite complexities.
• Experienced trainer in construction safety and comfortable with various trades.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on timely reporting.
• Skilled in conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Relevant certifications or experience in training development, stormwater, wastewater, waste management, and emergency management.
• Strong analytical, math, technical writing, and computer skills (MS Office, SharePoint).
• Ability to travel overnight.

The Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing health, safety, and environmental (HSE) practices across projects. With a minimum of 10 years in HSE roles and at least 3 years in construction, preferably with data centers or large projects, this role requires expertise in managing high-risk activities and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Needs are in Houston TX (?Hablas Espaniol?), Santa Clara CA, Ashburn VA and Hillsboro OR.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 30, CPR, and First Aid Certified.
• Extensive knowledge of safety systems analysis and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and submit required local, state, and regulatory reports.
• Develop and manage internal audit programs and site-specific safety policies.
• Investigate and resolve incidents, near-misses, and serious adverse events.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop emergency response and crisis management plans.
• Provide safety training and technical support.
• Design, conduct, and oversee safety training programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Maintain HSE records and prepare regulatory reports.
• Lead HSE programs across facilities and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Partner with leadership to promote a strong safety culture and advocate for employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Conduct regular workplace inspections and monitor compliance.
• Manage waste, hazardous materials, and ensure regulatory-compliant disposal.
• Develop and control the annual HSE budget and allocate resources effectively.
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in health, safety, and environmental (HSE) roles, or a combination of 4-year college education and relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of EH&S experience in construction, preferably with data centers or large projects.
• Proficient in managing high-risk activities, including electrical safety.
• Knowledgeable in working with trades (e.g., electricians, plumbers) and understanding multi-employer worksite complexities.
• Experienced trainer in construction safety and comfortable with various trades.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on timely reporting.
• Skilled in conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Relevant certifications or experience in training development, stormwater, wastewater, waste management, and emergency management.
• Strong analytical, math, technical writing, and computer skills (MS Office, SharePoint).
• Ability to travel overnight.