Safety Manager

Description

• Lead end‑to‑end construction safety for data‑center projects from development through delivery.
• Monitor safety of site infrastructure, substation, and core/shell construction.
• Ensure General Contractor compliance with Rowan Contractor Safety Management Program.
• Coordinate with Development, Engineering, and Procurement teams for seamless handoff and operational readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating construction processes and implementing best practices.
• Promote and lead programs to enhance the company’s overall safety culture.
• Maintain and report EHS metrics for the project site.
• Support accident/incident investigations with the General Contractor and recommend improvements.
• Review and assist in developing safety plans, procedures, and strategies, ensuring consistency and adequacy.
• Use radical transparency to surface, document, and learn from observations, near‑misses, and incidents.
• Build and improve policies, procedures, technology, and safety reporting platforms for construction activities.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Prepare monthly or annual safety reports and present findings to management.
• Directly manage a team of two safety professionals.

Requirements

The company is seeking a Project Safety Manager for a Temple, TX project. Reporting to the Director of Safety, the role supports all aspects of site construction and operational startup, requiring strategic thinking, strong communication, multitasking ability, and comfort with ambiguity in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. Travel is limited to 10% for company gatherings, and the compensation range is $130‑$165K with bonus potential.

• Minimum of 7 years of safety experience in construction delivery, preferably data‑center projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Certified Safety Professional, Associate Safety Professional, or Construction Health and Safety Technician (BCSP) preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA Construction and General Industry standards.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials, electrical work, cranes, trenching, and excavation.
• Experience with incident investigation, injury management, and hazard analysis.
• Proficiency with safety management software (e.g., Procore, Highwire) and Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong leadership, communication, teamwork, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Bilingual ability is highly desired.

Benefits

The company offers a competitive benefits package that includes robust health coverage, a 401(k) contribution, unlimited PTO, and a bonus plan, all designed to help employees achieve their best work.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance