Health & Safety Manager - Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend$90K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant construction field (Management, Engineering, Architecture, etc.).
  • 5-7 years of experience in construction health and safety management.
  • Preferred certifications include CCM, OSHA 30, OSHA 500/510, and BCSP credentials.
  • Demonstrated ability to implement HSE plans on active projects.
  • Prior experience with large-scale mission critical/data center construction projects.

Responsibilities

  • Provide oversight on construction activities and report progress to stakeholders.
  • Manage contracts and budgets to ensure alignment with project cost.
  • Develop comprehensive project plans including scope and timelines.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections and ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate construction-related risks.
  • Support design reviews focusing on safety and constructability.
  • Facilitate communication among project teams and maintain project documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on large-scale mission critical projects.
  • Supportive work environment focused on health and safety culture.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with diverse project teams.
  • Professional development opportunities in project safety management.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Manager to support large-scale mission critical/data center construction projects. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in construction safety, contractor oversight, and project delivery, with experience fostering a proactive safety culture throughout all phases of construction.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide support to internal teams and stakeholders, including oversight of field construction activities and progress reporting.
  • Own and manage contracts and budgets for direct contracts as assigned, ensuring alignment with cost budgets.
  • Develop and coordinate detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
  • Ensure all projects adhere to health and safety regulations, conducting regular site inspections and audits.
  • Identify and address quality, safety, health, and environmental issues.
  • Proactively manage risks related to construction execution, site logistics, and HSE performance, coordinating GC actions on risk as necessary.
  • Support the design and preconstruction process by reviewing drawings for constructability, safety considerations, and project requirements.
  • Create and coordinate monthly, daily, and event reporting for the construction team, in collaboration with the Construction Field Representative.
  • Issue effective meeting minutes and other documentation for site progress meetings, Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings, and other required meetings.
  • Coordinate and support the RFI and submittal process, working with the cost controller to ensure alignment with cost budgets.
  • Assist the client PM in coordinating the construction effort to support effective safety, QA/QC, commissioning readiness, and labor relations programs that meet project objectives.
  • Help establish the success criteria for the project, including safety, schedule, cost, technical, and quality performance parameters.
  • Support the development and execution of contractors and overall purchasing strategy in concert with the client.
  • Act as project schedule owner or support the project scheduler, maintaining the schedule to track critical actions and milestones.
  • Conduct kick-off and regular meetings with key project stakeholders (architects, engineers, suppliers, contractors) to track and report on progress.
  • Work with other project function teams to review as-built documents and other closeout items.
  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including subcontractors and vendors.
  • Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including reports, permits, and compliance records.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or a field related to construction.
  • Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
  • CCM certification preferred.
  • The following certifications are preferred: OSHA 30; OSHA 500/510; BCSP-qualified credentials (OHST, ASP, CSP, or CHST); and CPR certification.
  • Proven experience implementing and monitoring project HSE plans and contractor site safety programs on active construction projects.
  • Experience supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, mission critical, or data center construction projects preferred.
  • Excellent time management skills to ensure projects are managed to the required quality standards and delivered efficiently and on schedule.
  • Strong ability to build and maintain working relationships with clients and cross-functional project teams.
  • Ensure key information and data are effectively communicated, documented, and retained.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Additional Information

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs.

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