Corporate Safety Manager (Copy)

Overwatch Mission Critical•Austin, TX

21h

About The Position

Overwatch Mission Critical is seeking an experienced and proactive Corporate Safety Director to lead and support company-wide safety initiatives across mission-critical construction and operations environments. The role develops, implements, and maintains comprehensive health and safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and client requirements and support the company’s commitment to operational excellence and zero-incident performance. The ideal candidate has extensive field safety experience in construction, mission-critical/data center environments, or industrial operations, and builds a positive safety culture through accountability, training, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of safety leadership experience in construction, mission-critical/data center, industrial, or related environments.
Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety reporting/documentation platforms.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field.
OSHA 30-hour certification (required/preferred depending on company policy).
CHST, CSP, ASP, or other professional safety certifications.
Experience in mission-critical/data center construction environments.
CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain corporate safety policies, procedures, and standards.
Lead company-wide Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) initiatives and align them with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments at active job sites and corporate operations.
Maintain and update safety manuals, training documentation, and incident reporting systems.
Ensure compliance with OSHA and local, state, and federal safety regulations.
Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and enforce project safety requirements.
Manage and coordinate safety documentation, including JHAs, AHAs, permits, SDS logs, and incident reports.
Support internal and external safety audits and client safety reviews.
Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
Track and analyze safety metrics, trends, and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
Develop proactive safety initiatives focused on hazard recognition and injury prevention.
Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing employee safety training.
Mentor field teams, project managers, and supervisors on safety expectations and best practices.
Promote accountability, engagement, and continuous safety improvement throughout the organization.
Collaborate with leadership to advance strategic safety goals and initiatives.
Travel to project sites as needed to support field operations and safety compliance.
Participate in preconstruction planning meetings and project risk assessments.
Assist project teams in developing site-specific safety plans and emergency response procedures.