Safety Manager - Data Center Construction

KALCON•Abernathy, TX

5d•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

KALCON is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to provide owner’s-representative field safety oversight for data center construction projects. The role supports mission-critical, semiconductor, and other complex vertical construction projects, helping ensure safe and compliant execution through site inspections and audits, contractor-compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and daily reporting. The position requires coordination with project teams and the ability to manage multiple active jobsites. The Safety Manager reports to the Director of Safety. The position includes reviewing high-risk upcoming work, safety programs, contractor plans, and Methods of Procedures; monitoring compliance with OSHA requirements and project safety rules; and identifying hazards and recommending or directing corrective actions. The Safety Manager also supports safety meetings, orientations, training, permit-related inspections, incident reporting, and safety stand-downs. Candidates should have substantial construction safety experience and current safety certifications, including CSP or CHST, OSHA 30 or OSHA 500/502, and First Aid/CPR.

Requirements

Minimum 7 to 10 years of construction/safety experience in critical facilities, mission-critical, semiconductor, or similar projects, primarily vertical building construction.
Effective communication skills and ability to work with all levels of the project team.
Evidence of OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach Training completed within the last three years, or completion of OSHA 500 or OSHA 502.
Current First Aid and CPR training from a provider recognized by OSHA.
Valid Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certificate issued by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).
Flexibility in schedule and transportation to work at multiple sites based on assigned schedule and duties, and ability to manage time to meet position requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related spreadsheet and database software.
Ability to provide management oversight on behalf of the Owner and complete daily reporting as required by the program.

Responsibilities

Look ahead at high-risk activities and assist with risk analysis of upcoming work.
Produce daily observations and indicator/trend reports on Procure.
Monitor contractor compliance with site safety programs and project requirements while serving as the Owner’s Representative on data center projects.
Conduct daily safety reviews of work in progress in accordance with current safety regulations and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Conduct construction site safety audits, identify improper procedures and hazardous conditions, and recommend corrective actions.
Audit and review Methods of Procedures (MOPs) for safety compliance and to minimize site impacts.
Submit daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports required by the program.
Monitor compliance with OSHA requirements applicable to the construction projects.
Report to the Director of Safety, attend required meetings, and provide safety reports or analysis as requested.
Immediately notify the Director of Safety of project incidents or recordable injuries.
Monitor contractor compliance with applicable COVID-19 regulations and confirm contractor safety plans address COVID safety guidelines.
Confirm contractors report recordable injuries and near-miss incidents on time using required forms, and review reports for accuracy before filing.
Review project-specific Project Health, Safety & Environmental Plans and provide comments to the Owner.
Perform ongoing construction site safety inspections and generate a safety report for each site visit.
Identify site safety hazards and give immediate direction to contractor safety representatives to eliminate or mitigate them.
Review and inspect jobsites for compliance with health and safety regulations and applicable codes.
Participate in site inspections and testing required for permits, including confined-space, hot-work, and trenching permits.
Confirm that new-hire safety orientation and online safety training are available onsite.
Confirm contractors conduct tailgate safety meetings and training as required by contracts or OSHA.
Attend pre-construction meetings to present the Owner’s safety program and explain the field safety representative’s role; provide safety support and guidance to the project team.
Monitor adherence to the zero-tolerance and corrective-action policy for workers who do not comply with the program’s safety policy.
Conduct project safety stand-downs with crews to review incidents and educate workers on preventing repeat accidents.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Accident insurance
Long-term disability
401(k) retirement plan with a 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
15 days of paid time off
8 paid national holidays
Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications