Construction Safety Associate - Self Perform (423)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Construction Safety Associate will support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) initiatives for a data center construction and expansion project. This role is responsible for providing on-site safety leadership, monitoring contractor compliance, conducting daily safety audits, and promoting a proactive safety culture across all construction activities. The Construction Safety Associate will work closely with Project Management, EH&S personnel, contractors, and the Owner’s Representative to ensure project activities comply with applicable OSHA regulations, site-specific safety requirements, and established safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site safety leadership and guidance for assigned data center construction and expansion projects.
• Collaborate with Project Management, EH&S personnel, and contractors to ensure compliance with project-specific safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and applicable safety standards.
• Conduct daily formal safety audits and inspections of active construction activities, identifying hazards, documenting findings, and tracking corrective actions through resolution.
• Serve as a technical safety advisor to the Owner’s Representative, providing guidance on site safety conditions, compliance concerns, and risk mitigation measures.
• Deliver site-specific safety orientations for new personnel and contractors, facilitate toolbox talks and site safety meetings, and provide technical safety training as needed.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and verify that safe work practices are followed throughout all phases of construction.
• Prepare and submit standardized safety reports documenting project safety performance, audit findings, identified hazards, corrective actions, and overall compliance status.
• Maintain accurate safety logs, inspection records, incident documentation, and other project safety files, ensuring reports are properly organized and tracked.
• Assist with external agency interactions, including OSHA inspections, information requests, and OSHA recordkeeping and log management, as appropriate.
• Communicate safety concerns and emerging risks to project leadership and recommend corrective measures to support a safe and compliant work environment.
• Support continuous improvement of site safety practices and promote accountability among contractors, subcontractors, and project personnel.

Qualifications:

• Experience in construction safety, occupational health and safety, or an EH&S support role.
• Ability to conduct site inspections, identify potential hazards, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with project leadership, contractors, and field personnel.
• Proficiency in preparing safety reports, maintaining documentation, and tracking compliance records.
• Ability to work in an active construction environment and perform regular field inspections.
• OSHA 30 (OSHA 510/500 preferred).