Safety Manager | Sparks, NV
About The Position
HazTek is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to support mission-critical data center construction operations in Reno, Nevada. The Safety Manager will lead jobsite safety operations, ensure OSHA compliance, identify and mitigate construction-related risks, and collaborate with project management, subcontractors, and field personnel to maintain high safety standards. The role requires a proactive, hands-on approach in a complex, fast-paced construction environment with multiple subcontractors, simultaneous work, complex building systems, critical infrastructure, and demanding schedules. The Safety Manager will oversee safety performance and high-risk construction activities, provide safety guidance to project teams, and promote accountability and continuous improvement. HazTek describes safety as a commitment to ensuring every worker returns home safely. HazTek Safety Management is a full-service safety partner founded in 1997. The company states that it offers full-time employment, stability, benefits, professional development, travel, diverse safety experiences, management support, and access to a network of more than 275 full-time safety professionals. Travel and/or relocation will be considered.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of direct construction safety experience.
- Advanced knowledge of OSHA construction standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Experience overseeing complex construction environments involving multiple subcontractors, trades, and simultaneous construction activities.
- Knowledge of high-risk construction operations, including fall protection, scaffolding, steel erection, excavation, electrical safety, and material handling.
- Ability to conduct comprehensive jobsite inspections, identify hazards, lead incident investigations, and implement corrective actions.
- Strong understanding of construction safety planning, risk management, and proactive hazard mitigation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence project leadership, subcontractors, and field personnel.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Commitment to HazTek's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Dependability, Leadership, and Accountability.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction projects.
- Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field.
- OSHA 510 and/or OSHA 500 certification.
- CHST or CSP certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall safety leadership and oversight for mission-critical data center construction activities.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, applicable federal and state safety requirements, and project-specific safety standards.
- Maintain an active field presence, identify hazards, and reinforce safe work practices.
- Conduct daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and jobsite orientations.
- Perform daily jobsite safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments, and ensure timely corrective actions.
- Oversee subcontractor and contractor safety performance and compliance with project requirements and company policies.
- Coordinate with project management, superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel to integrate safety into construction planning and execution.
- Lead accident and incident investigations, complete documentation, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive measures.
- Monitor high-risk construction activities, including fall protection, scaffolding, steel erection, excavation, crane operations, and material handling.
- Provide safety oversight for electrical and mechanical construction activities associated with data center infrastructure.
- Identify risks associated with simultaneous operations and coordinate with project teams to reduce exposure to personnel and property.
- Review and reinforce job hazard analyses (JHAs), activity hazard analyses (AHAs), and other task-specific safety documentation.
- Support implementation and continuous improvement of site-specific safety plans, programs, and procedures.
- Promote safety ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement among project personnel.
- Serve as a safety resource and partner to project leadership, subcontractors, and field teams.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Medical, dental, vision, accident, and critical illness insurance
- PTO
- 8 paid holidays
- Bereavement benefit
- EAP and health advocacy
- Professional development and education assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
