Owner’s Representative Safety Manager - Charleston, SC

Sheakley Workforce Staffing•Charleston, SC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Owner's Representative Safety Manager will oversee all safety operations on behalf of the data center owner, ensuring alignment between ownership expectations and contractor execution. This role will serve as the owner's on-site safety authority, driving proactive risk mitigation, monitoring contractor performance, and helping shape and elevate the overall safety program across a large-scale, mission-critical data center construction project.

Requirements

5-10 years of construction safety experience, with data center or mission-critical project experience required
Prior experience working in an Owner's Representative / Owner's Safety Oversight role on a data center project
Excellent communication and high-level stakeholder engagement abilities
Strong public speaking skills with the ability to influence field and leadership teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and digital safety platforms (Procore preferred)
Strong organizational, reporting, and multitasking capabilities
Ability to work independently while maintaining alignment with ownership objectives
Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive project information
Deep understanding of EHS principles, OSHA regulations, and construction safety standards
Experience with high-risk construction activities including fall protection, electrical safety (NFPA 70E), LOTO, cranes/rigging, and excavation
Ability to interpret and enforce client-specific safety programs and expectations
Understanding of data center construction environments and fast-paced project demands

Nice To Haves

BCSP Certification: CHST, CSP, or GSP
OSHA 30 or OSHA 500/510
First Aid / CPR / AED Certification
NFPA 70E familiarity

Responsibilities

Serve as the owner's on-site safety representative, ensuring all contractors meet client safety expectations
Conduct project safety inspections, audits, and field observations with a strong visible presence
Monitor and enforce OSHA compliance and client-specific safety standards
Review and validate AHAs/JHAs, permits, and high-risk work activities
Upload and manage safety documentation within Procore and client reporting systems
Prepare and submit daily safety reports, metrics, and observations to ownership
Track workforce safety compliance, trends, and leading indicators
Maintain safety logs, incident records, and compliance documentation
Lead and support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
Enforce fall protection standards (CRITICAL priority) and monitor other high-risk scopes
Provide safety training, coaching, and mentorship to contractor teams
Monitor jobsite activities and proactively address unsafe behaviors and conditions
Review contractor safety documentation and manage safety-related correspondence
Participate in coordination meetings and provide safety leadership insights to stakeholders
Support and help develop, implement, and continuously improve the site safety program