Construction Safety Associate - Self Perform (423)

Environmental and Safety Solutions • Romulus, MI

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About The Position

The Construction Safety Associate supports Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) initiatives for a data center construction and expansion project. The role provides on-site safety leadership, monitors contractor compliance, conducts daily safety audits, and promotes a proactive safety culture across construction activities. The associate works with Project Management, EH&S personnel, contractors, and the Owner’s Representative to help ensure compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, site-specific safety requirements, and established safety standards.

Requirements

• Experience in construction safety, occupational health and safety, or an EH&S support role.
• Ability to conduct site inspections, identify potential hazards, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact effectively with project leadership, contractors, and field personnel.
• Proficiency in preparing safety reports, maintaining documentation, and tracking compliance records.
• Ability to work in an active construction environment and perform regular field inspections.
• OSHA 30.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 510 or OSHA 500.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site safety leadership and guidance for assigned data center construction and expansion projects.
• Collaborate with Project Management, EH&S personnel, and contractors to support compliance with project-specific safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and applicable safety standards.
• Conduct daily formal safety audits and inspections, identify hazards, document findings, and track corrective actions through resolution.
• Advise the Owner’s Representative on site safety conditions, compliance concerns, and risk mitigation measures.
• Deliver site-specific safety orientations for new personnel and contractors, facilitate toolbox talks and site safety meetings, and provide technical safety training as needed.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and verify safe work practices throughout all phases of construction.
• Prepare standardized safety reports documenting project safety performance, audit findings, hazards, corrective actions, and compliance status.
• Maintain organized safety logs, inspection records, incident documentation, and other project safety files.
• Assist with external agency interactions, including OSHA inspections, information requests, and OSHA recordkeeping and log management, as appropriate.
• Communicate safety concerns and emerging risks to project leadership and recommend corrective measures.
• Support continuous improvement of site safety practices and promote accountability among contractors, subcontractors, and project personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed