Senior, Safety Specialist

Compliance Management International

$75K — $95K *
Mesa, AZ 85204In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of safety oversight experience in construction representing an Owner
  • Experience in safety oversight for data centers or mission-critical facilities
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety
  • Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Safety Standards
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar safety management software

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and train staff on safety protocols and best practices
  • Engage with workers and management to cultivate a positive safety culture
  • Attend and contribute to safety meetings as needed
  • Conduct safety observations and make recommendations for improvements
  • Lead safety initiatives including audits and safety planning
  • Facilitate orientations and training sessions on safety expectations
  • Generate and maintain required safety reports for project management

Benefits

  • Promotes a proactive safety culture in construction environments
  • Opportunity to lead diverse safety initiatives
  • Engagement with various levels of a construction team
  • Involvement in high-stakes projects with significant safety implications
  • Support for ongoing education and safety certifications
Full Job Description
Senior, Construction Safety Specialist

Data Center Construction | Full-Time

Help Build the Infrastructure That Powers the Future

Compliance Management International (CMI) is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Specialist to support a high-profile data center construction project. This is an exciting opportunity for a safety professional who thrives in fast-paced, mission-critical environments and is passionate about protecting workers while helping deliver world-class construction projects.

Whether your background is as a Construction Safety Specialist, Construction Safety Manager, Site Safety Manager, Owner's Safety Representative, Safety Consultant, or Construction Safety Professional, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do

As the on-site safety leader, you'll work closely with the owner, contractors, and project teams to maintain a safe, compliant, and productive construction site.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent the project owner by providing professional construction safety oversight throughout all phases of construction.
  • Partner with project leadership, contractors, and subcontractors to build and maintain a proactive safety culture.
  • Conduct daily field inspections, safety observations, audits, and hazard assessments.
  • Identify safety concerns, recommend corrective actions, and verify completion.
  • Lead critical safety processes including:
  • Pre-Task Planning (PTPs)
  • Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
  • Permit-required work
  • High-risk activity reviews
  • Facilitate site orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training.
  • Mentor field personnel on OSHA requirements, electrical safety, and construction best practices.
  • Participate in daily coordination meetings and project safety reviews.
  • Prepare and maintain safety reports, inspection records, and project documentation.
  • Promote continuous improvement while supporting a Zero Incident safety culture.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of construction safety experience representing an Owner on active construction projects.
  • Data center, mission-critical, or hyperscale construction experience is required.
  • Strong working knowledge of electrical safety practices in energized construction environments.
  • Thorough understanding of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
  • Proven ability to influence contractors, project leadership, and field personnel.
  • Strong hazard recognition, incident prevention, and risk assessment skills.
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic safety management platforms.

Preferred Qualifications
  • NFPA 70E certification or demonstrated electrical safety experience.
  • BCSP certifications including CHST, STS-C, ASP, or CSP.
  • OSHA 500 or OSHA 510 certification.
  • Degree in Occupational Safety, Safety Management, or a related field.

Required Certifications
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (issued within the past five years).
  • Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.

Work Environment

This is a field-based position requiring daily presence on an active data center construction project.

The role requires the ability to:
  • Stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
  • Navigate active construction zones and uneven terrain.
  • Enter confined spaces when required.
  • Lift up to 30 pounds.
  • Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.

Additional Requirements
  • Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules based on project demands.
  • Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the project site.
  • Relocation assistance, travel reimbursement, and per diem are not available for this position.

Why Join CMI?

At Compliance Management International, we don't just support construction projects-we help build them safely. Our professionals are trusted by some of the nation's leading owners and contractors to deliver expert safety leadership on complex, high-profile projects.

If you're looking to advance your career on cutting-edge data center and mission-critical construction projects, join a team where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes an impact, and safety is at the core of everything we do.

Apply today and help shape the future of safe construction.

Position Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the organization. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary.

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