Senior, Safety Specialist

Compliance Management International

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of construction safety oversight representing an Owner
  • Experience in data center or mission-critical facility safety
  • Strong knowledge of electrical safety
  • Familiarity with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards
  • Exceptional analytical and risk assessment skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office or safety management software

Responsibilities

  • Mentor and train staff on safety protocols and best practices
  • Engage staff at all levels to promote a positive safety culture
  • Attend and contribute to safety meetings as required
  • Conduct on-site safety observations and suggest improvements
  • Lead safety initiatives like audits and job safety analyses
  • Facilitate orientations and training to reinforce safety expectations
  • Create and maintain required safety reports

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional mentoring and development
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams
  • Work on large-scale commercial projects under diverse conditions
  • Ability to influence safety culture at the organizational level
  • Flexibility with varied work hours depending on project needs
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

At Compliance Management International (CMI), we are committed to ensuring the highest safety standards on data center construction projects. Our Construction Safety Professionals play a key role in implementing best practices, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate with all levels of a construction team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Mentor, educate, and train staff on safety protocols and industry best practices.
  • Foster a positive safety culture by engaging workers, supervisors, and management.
  • Attend and actively participate in safety meetings at varying frequencies as required.
  • Conduct on-site safety observations and provide recommendations for improved work practices.
  • Lead safety initiatives, including pre-task planning, audits, job safety analyses (JSAs), and permit processes.
  • Facilitate site-specific orientations, training sessions, and toolbox talks to reinforce safety expectations.
  • Generate and maintain safety reports as required by project management.

Requirements & Experience:
  • Minimum of 5+ years of direct construction safety oversight representing an Owner.
  • Data center and/or mission critical facility safety oversight experience required.
  • Strong working knowledge of electrical safety
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Safety Standards and regulatory requirements
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess and mitigate risks
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams at all organizational levels
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for training and reporting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar safety management software

Education & Certifications:
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification (must be obtained within the last 5 years)
  • NFPA 70E highly preferred
  • BCSP credentials such as STS-C, CHST, or CSP highly preferred
  • Degree in Occupational Health & Safety
  • OSHA 510 or 500 certification preferred
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED certification required

Physical Requirements & Work Conditions

This role requires active oversight of safety on large-scale commercial projects in diverse environments. The position involves standing, walking, climbing ladders, stooping, entering confined spaces, working on roofs, lifting up to 30 lbs., and navigating rough or uneven terrain for the duration of the shift, excluding reasonable and allowable break times. Work conditions may include extreme temperatures, high winds, heavy rain, or snow. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to support qualified individuals in performing these essential job functions.

Other Requirements:
  • Flexibility for overtime and varied work hours based on project demands
  • Residence within a reasonable commuting distance (no relocation, travel, or per diem provided)


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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