Safety Manager
About The Position
The Safety Manager will provide onsite safety leadership for a mechanical and fire protection contractor working on a large-scale data center project in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The project includes sprinkler work, with the primary scope focused on fire alarm installation. The position oversees day-to-day safety activities, monitors field conditions, supports compliance efforts, and works with project leadership and field personnel to maintain a safe work environment throughout the project. The role is a 1099 contractor engagement for an 18+ month project, with an ASAP start. The schedule is 50–60 hours per week on the full project schedule, during the day shift. Compensation is $50–$55 per hour, plus $125 per day in per diem when working the full scheduled week. If the contractor calls off, per diem is paid only for days worked. Pay is weekly.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of construction safety experience.
- Must hold a current BCSP certification.
- STSC candidates must also hold OSHA 500 or OSHA 510.
- Experience supporting active construction projects.
- Ability to work effectively with field crews and project leadership.
- Ability to work approximately 50–60 hours per week.
- Available to start ASAP and commit to an 18+ month project.
- Comfort working in an active data center construction environment.
- Must meet project-specific safety and site requirements.
- Strong working knowledge of construction safety practices, hazard recognition, field inspections, incident prevention, safety documentation, and contractor safety management.
- Skills in construction safety management, hazard identification and mitigation, field safety inspections, safety documentation, incident reporting, corrective action management, and crew communication.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with mechanical and fire protection construction environments, including fire alarm and sprinkler installation activities.
Responsibilities
- Provide onsite safety oversight for mechanical and fire protection activities.
- Conduct field observations and identify potential safety hazards.
- Support implementation and enforcement of site safety policies and procedures.
- Work with supervisors and field personnel to address unsafe conditions and practices.
- Participate in safety meetings, orientations, and ongoing safety communication.
- Assist with incident reporting, documentation, and corrective actions.
- Monitor work activities for compliance with applicable project safety requirements.
- Maintain required safety documentation and records.
- Promote proactive hazard recognition throughout project operations.
Benefits
- Per diem of $125 per day when working the full scheduled week; if the contractor calls off, per diem is paid only for days worked.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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