Senior Safety Manager - Data Center

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced construction safety professional who thrives in technically complex environments and enjoys collaborating with project teams to drive best-in-class safety performance? We are seeking a Senior Safety Manager to oversee and strengthen safety operations across major data center projects and business units.

This position will play a critical role in shaping safety strategy, supporting project teams, mentoring safety staff, and ensuring consistent implementation of health and safety standards across the organisation.

About the Company

Our client is one of the nation's leading construction firms, recognised among the top contractors in the United States. With a long-standing history of delivering complex, high-profile projects, they have built a reputation for quality, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to safety.

Their portfolio spans mission critical facilities, healthcare, education, commercial, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing projects. The organisation promotes a collaborative culture where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop their careers, and make a meaningful impact on the projects they deliver.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion and promote a proactive safety culture throughout assigned business units and project teams.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific safety programmes tailored to individual project risks and requirements.
• Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and safety reviews to evaluate compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Monitor project safety performance metrics, analyse trends, and provide recommendations to leadership teams.
• Support project personnel with hazard identification, risk mitigation strategies, and corrective action planning.
• Ensure safety incidents are properly investigated, documented, and resolved in accordance with company procedures.
• Deliver and coordinate safety training programmes to support workforce development and regulatory compliance.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development support to Safety Managers and project teams.
• Collaborate with operations and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Assist business development teams with client safety qualifications, presentations, and project pursuits.
• Build strong relationships with clients, industry partners, and professional organisations to strengthen the company's safety presence in the market.
• Contribute to company-wide safety initiatives, recognition programmes, and strategic objectives.
• Foster a positive team environment that encourages engagement, accountability, and professional growth.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience managing safety programmes within a construction environment.
• Professional safety certification such as ASP, CSP, CHST, or equivalent preferred.
• OSHA training credentials and experience delivering safety education to field personnel and subcontractors.
• Equivalent combinations of education and practical experience will also be considered.

Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth understanding of construction safety regulations, procedures, and industry best practices.
• Ability to identify potential risks before they impact project performance and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience influencing teams across multiple projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety management software platforms.
• Proven ability to manage and execute comprehensive safety programmes within large-scale construction operations.
• Experience supporting mission critical and data centre projects is highly desirable.