Data Centre Construction Safety Manager
About The Position
Crusoe is rapidly expanding hyperscale AI data center infrastructure in Abilene, Texas and across multiple U.S. campuses. We are seeking an experienced Data Center Construction Safety Manager to lead health, safety, and environmental programs during the most critical and high-risk phases of construction. This role sits directly at the intersection of heavy industrial construction and mission-critical infrastructure. You will own safety performance during large-scale workforce ramp, heavy equipment operations, and the transition from construction site to live, energized environments. This is a highly visible role partnering closely with construction leadership, general contractors, commissioning teams, and site operations. At Crusoe, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our infrastructure is delivered safely, responsibly, and at global scale.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in heavy industrial construction safety environments such as oil and gas, power generation, or large-scale manufacturing
- Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
- Deep working knowledge of OSHA construction regulations
- Strong command of NFPA 70E, including electrically safe work conditions, arc flash boundaries, and PPE selection
- Ability to work full time on active construction sites, including walking long distances, climbing ladders, and working outdoors in varying conditions
- Proven ability to influence site leadership and manage safety performance under aggressive project timelines
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience supporting data center construction or commissioning projects
- CSP, ASP, GSP, or CHST certification
- Experience managing complex lockout/tagout procedures for redundant power systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams
- Experience using safety or construction management platforms such as Procore or SafetyCulture/iAuditor
Responsibilities
- Own site-wide health, safety, and environmental programs for hyperscale data center construction projects
- Perform daily on-site safety walkthroughs focused on trenching, crane operations, scaffolding, and heavy equipment
- Lead safety oversight during electrical commissioning and the transition to live power environments including UPS, switchgear, and generators
- Enforce compliance with OSHA 1926 construction standards and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements
- Review, approve, and manage high-risk permits including Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, and Critical Lifts
- Audit general contractor safety programs and lead weekly safety leadership meetings
- Track and report incident rates, near misses, and leading safety indicators
- Establish and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation routes, and medical response procedures
- Partner closely with construction, commissioning, and operations teams to foster a strong safety-first culture
Benefits
- Industry competitive pay
- Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
- Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
- Employer contributions to HSA accounts
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Teladoc
- 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Subscription to the Calm app
- MetLife Legal
- Company paid commuter benefit; $300 per month
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
