Manager, Safety

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future. Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager. Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Role Summary Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for a Project Safety Manager to join our team to support a project in Lytle, TX. The Safety Manager is a critical part of the site project team that will help support all aspects of the Rowan approach for site construction and operational startup. The successful candidate will have excellent strategic thinking skills, organizational and communication skills, the ability to multitask, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. This position will report to the Senior Regional Safety Manager. Travel: 10-15% with occasional travel to Rowan Office locations for team gatherings. Compensation: 110K-125K (plus bonus and variables) Location: This role will be 100% onsite in Lytle, TX Essential Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end construction safety for data center projects, from development to final delivery Responsible for actively monitoring the safety of all site infrastructure, substation, and core/shell construction Ensure General Contractor compliance with Rowan Contractor Safety Management Program Work closely with Rowan’s Development, Engineering, and Procurement teams to ensure seamless project handoff and operational readiness Drive continuous improvement initiatives, evaluating construction processes, and implementing best practices Promoting our safety culture and leading programs to improve the Company's overall safety culture Accountable for maintaining and reporting EHS metrics for the project site Analyze and trend safety data, leading indicators, observations, incidents, and other EHS metrics to identify patterns, emerging risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement and proactive risk reduction Support accident/incident investigation and analysis with the General Contractor to determine improvements needed Review and assist with development of necessary plans, procedures and strategies implementation and ensures their consistency and adequacy Use radical transparency to drive the safety culture and ensure all observations, near misses and incidents are surfaced, documented, and used to learn and drive injury to zero Build and continuously improve the policies, procedures, technology and safety reporting platform for the workplace and construction site activities Regularly reviewing and updating existing policies and procedures to ensure they are up to industry’s best practice Performing safety audits and physically inspecting all work areas and jobsites to identify possible safety issues Conducting risk assessments to minimize accidents, occupational illnesses, or long-term health hazards Collaborate with contractors, vendors, and other partners to prepare monthly or annual safety reports and present the information to management Responsible for directly managing a team of 2 safety professionals Actively participate in site High Risk Activity (HRA) meetings Collaborate with the General Contractor to ensure Site Safety Steering Committees are implemented and effective Collaborate with the General Contractor to implement and drive a successful worker safety observation and engagement program (Good Catch/Positive Observation) Education, Skills, and Experience 7+ years as a safety professional within a construction delivery organization; data center experience highly desired A bachelor's degree in a safety-specific field such as occupational health and safety or equivalent experience A certificate in occupational health and safety management desired, ideally from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) including: Certified Safety Professional Associate Safety Professional Construction Health and Safety Technician Knowledge of OSHA standards, both Construction and General Industry Solid knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices in the workplace Familiarity with electrical, cranes, trench & excavation are preferred Familiarity in incident investigation, injury management, and hazard analysis Working knowledge of safety management software, such as Procore and Highwire. Proficiency in Microsoft word, Excel, and PowerPoint Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret, trend, and translate safety data into actionable insights, priorities, and improvement strategies Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong supervisory and leadership skills Strong ability to build working relationships with internal and external teams Bilingual is highly desired Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in downtown Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S. Here to support you At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best. Hybrid working environment Team building and educational opportunities Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution Unlimited PTORTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan Equal Opportunity Employer Rowan Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rowan Digital Infrastructure