Data Center Construction Safety Lead

Big G Electric & Engineering, LLC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage through FEHB

401(k) with employer match

Vacation

Training

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Big G Electric & Engineering, LLC, a KEW subsidiary, seeks a Project Safety Coordinator for a large-scale data center build in Abilene, TX. You will promote proactive safety, ensure OSHA compliance, and assist field leadership in maintaining a safe, productive site over an 8–12 month project.

You will work with project teams, subcontractors, and client reps, conducting inspections, supporting JHAs, and driving incident prevention. This role emphasizes safety leadership on site.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of construction, industrial, electrical, or safety-related experience.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Experience conducting field inspections, safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Ability to interpret and apply safety policies, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass all pre-employment and client-required screenings.

Responsibilities

• Promote and support a positive safety culture consistent with Big G Electric and KEW values.
• Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections and document findings, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
• Assist with implementation and enforcement of project-specific safety plans, customer requirements, and Company safety policies.
• Participate in daily pre-task planning meetings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Monitor field activities for compliance with OSHA regulations and Company safety standards.
• Identify hazards and recommend corrective measures to project leadership.
• Assist in investigating incidents, injuries, near misses, property damage events, and safety concerns.
• Prepare incident documentation and maintain required project safety records and reports.
• Monitor subcontractor activities and support compliance with site safety requirements.
• Facilitate safety orientation and onboarding activities for new employees and visitors.
• Track training certifications, qualifications, and required safety documentation.
• Assist with emergency response planning, drills, and site preparedness activities.
• Conduct safety observations and behavioral-based safety assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of OSHA requirements, customer standards, and industry best practices.
• Serve as a liaison between project management, field personnel, client representatives, and corporate safety leadership regarding safety-related matters.
• Support continual improvement initiatives designed to reduce incidents and improve overall project safety performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety experience

Communication skills

Pre-employment screening

Driver's license

OSHA knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Occupational Safety

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Excel

Word

Teams

Job description

Big G Electric & Engineering, LLC, a KEW subsidiary, seeks a Project Safety Coordinator for a large-scale data center build in Abilene, TX. You will promote proactive safety, ensure OSHA compliance, and assist field leadership in maintaining a safe, productive site over an 8–12 month project.

You will work with project teams, subcontractors, and client reps, conducting inspections, supporting JHAs, and driving incident prevention. This role emphasizes safety leadership on site.