Safety Engineer -Data Center

GCON Management Company•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At GCON, safety is not a policy—it’s a promise. As a Safety Engineer, you will play a critical role in protecting our people while supporting the successful delivery of complex, high-tech, and mission-critical construction projects. This is a highly visible, field-based role for a safety professional who enjoys being embedded with project teams, influencing behavior, and driving a proactive safety culture. You will serve as a trusted technical resource, trainer, and advocate—working closely with field leadership to ensure every job site operates safely, compliantly, and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values collaboration, and wants to grow their career with a construction company that puts people first.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), or a related field
2-3 years of experience in safety engineering or a related safety role in construction
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Comfort using and learning new technologies and safety platforms
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage field teams and leadership
OSHA 10/30 certification

Nice To Haves

Safety certifications such as: Dust Control 310, First Aid / CPR, HAZWOPER (24-hour), NFPA 70E, CHST, OSHA 510/500
Working knowledge of OSHA CFR 1926 or applicable state construction safety regulations
2+ years of experience supporting high-tech or mission-critical construction projects (data centers, semiconductor, chip manufacturing)

Responsibilities

Act as the on-site Safety Representative for assigned construction projects, providing hands-on safety leadership and daily field presence.
Execute all safety functions across project lifecycles, from mobilization through close-out.
Partner with project teams to embed safety into planning, execution, and daily decision-making.
Implement and maintain site-specific safety plans aligned with GCON’s safety program and OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning reviews, and project-specific risk assessments.
Perform regular site safety inspections, identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and follow through to resolution.
Ensure all required safety records, documentation, and reports are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
Lead job site safety orientations for all new employees and visitors.
Deliver and coordinate safety training including (but not limited to): Fall protection, Scaffold user training, Forklift and mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) training.
Serve as a go-to resource for employees on environmental, health, and safety best practices.
Stay current on evolving safety laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
Support incident investigations and assist with identifying trends and preventive measures.
Collaborate with the Safety Manager to identify opportunities to strengthen GCON’s safety culture and systems.