Traveling Bilingual Project Safety Manager - Data Center - Electrical

Job Description

Job Description

Project Safety Manager – Mission Critical / Data Center (Electrical Contractor)

Location: Santa Teresa, NM
Pay: $50–$60/hour + Per Diem
Project Duration: Through November 2027
Language Requirement: Bilingual English/Spanish Required

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced bilingual Project Safety Manager to lead all safety operations for a large-scale data center project in Santa Teresa, New Mexico . This position is with a leading electrical contractor and requires a seasoned safety professional with experience supporting mission-critical or data center construction projects .

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who is highly visible in the field, leads by example, and is passionate about building a world-class safety culture. This individual will oversee all project safety efforts, mentor a team of safety professionals, and partner with project leadership to ensure safe execution of all electrical installation activities.

Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are required to effectively communicate with field personnel, crews, and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site safety efforts for a large-scale mission-critical/data center project.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of project safety professionals.
• Promote a proactive, field-driven safety culture by leading through visibility and engagement—not from behind a desk.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E , company policies, and client-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct daily field audits, safety inspections, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and behavioral observations.
• Oversee electrical safety practices including arc flash protection, energized work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and electrical hazard mitigation.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Lead site orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training.
• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and subcontractors to proactively resolve safety concerns.
• Maintain safety documentation, reporting, and compliance records while remaining actively engaged in field operations.

Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• 7+ years of construction safety experience , preferably supporting electrical contractors .
• Required: Previous experience on data center and/or mission-critical construction projects .
• Demonstrated experience leading site safety and managing teams of safety professionals on large-scale construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70E , OSHA regulations, and electrical safety best practices.
• Experience with arc flash hazards, energized electrical work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and electrical hazard recognition.
• OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500 preferred.
• CHST, CSP, or other BCSP certifications are highly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Must be a hands-on leader who is comfortable spending the majority of the day in the field coaching crews and reinforcing safe work practices.

Compensation & Benefits

• $50–$60/hour , based on experience.
• Per diem provided.
• Long-term project through November 2027 .
• Opportunity to lead safety operations on a high-profile mission-critical data center project with a nationally recognized electrical contractor.

Talent Corps is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Company Description

Talent Corps is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.