Data Center Construction Safety Lead

Compliance Management International; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Compliance Management International (CMI) is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to partner with General Contractors on data center builds, enforcing OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards and leading a field safety program.

The role requires strong field presence, leadership, and collaboration across trades. Applicants must meet one of several qualification paths and be prepared for site-based work and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of construction safety management with a bachelor's degree.
• Or 5+ years of construction safety management with CSP/CIH/ASP/CHST.
• Or 6+ years of construction safety management with OSHA 500 certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a safety resource to the General Contractor, subcontractors, and project team.
• Mentor, coach, and train field personnel on OSHA standards, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Promote and sustain a positive safety culture through active engagement with workers and site leadership.
• Participate in and support daily, weekly, and monthly safety meetings as required by the project.
• Conduct routine site safety inspections, audits, and observations; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Lead and support safety processes including pre-task planning (PTP), Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), permit programs, and incident investigations.
• Facilitate new hire orientations, toolbox talks, and task-specific training.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards and site-specific safety requirements.
• Prepare and maintain accurate safety documentation, reports, and metrics for project leadership.

Skills

General contractor experience

OSHA 1926 knowledge

Hazard recognition & risk assessment

Communication skills

Microsoft Office / safety systems

Influence & collaboration

Field leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety

CSP / CIH / ASP / CHST credential

OSHA 500 Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management systems

Job description

Compliance Management International (CMI) is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to partner with General Contractors on data center builds, enforcing OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards and leading a field safety program.

The role requires strong field presence, leadership, and collaboration across trades. Applicants must meet one of several qualification paths and be prepared for site-based work and flexible hours.