Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Safety Manager – Data Center Construction

Location: Wisconsin (On-Site)

Travel/Relocation Opportunities Available

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to play a critical leadership role supporting some of our most complex and high-profile construction projects, including large-scale data center developments . This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by protecting our people, driving a world-class safety culture, and partnering with project teams to deliver projects safely and successfully.

If you're a safety professional who thrives in the field, enjoys mentoring others, and is passionate about creating injury-free workplaces, we'd like to connect with you.

As a Safety Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to project and field leaders while leading safety initiatives across active construction sites. You will:

• Conduct comprehensive safety inspections and audits on small, mid-sized, and large complex construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Identify potential hazards, recommend corrective actions, and partner with project teams to proactively mitigate risk.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, documenting findings and implementing preventive measures.
• Analyze safety trends, injury data, and metrics to develop effective loss-control and risk-reduction strategies.
• Lead emergency response efforts and support employees during safety-related incidents.
• Maintain and manage critical safety documentation, including inspections, accident reports, training records, and regulatory submissions.
• Deliver and coordinate employee safety training programs that promote engagement, awareness, and accountability.
• Mentor and support less-experienced safety professionals, providing leadership and development opportunities.
• Lead special projects and safety initiatives that strengthen safety performance across multiple locations.
• Partner closely with project leadership to integrate safety into every phase of construction planning and execution.
• Support safety oversight for large-scale, mission-critical data center projects with multiple buildings under construction simultaneously.

• 7+ years of experience in construction safety, environmental health and safety, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience managing safety programs within commercial, industrial, or large-scale construction environments.
• OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and OSHA 40 training completed.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• One or more of the following certifications:
  • OSHA 500
  • NFPA 70E
  • CHST
  • ASP
• Strong knowledge of OSHA CFR 1926, CFR 1910, EM 385, and applicable construction safety regulations.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, safety audits, compliance reviews, and employee training.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, Environmental Applied Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation.
• Data center construction experience.
• Mechanical construction experience.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or managing safety teams.
• Proven success overseeing multiple projects or locations simultaneously.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Port Washington, WI.

The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family: 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee) Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance Disability income protection insurance Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care) Paid parental leave Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses Wellness benefits

This is a fully onsite position in Port Washington,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.