Data Center Safety Lead

Align Communications; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Paid training

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Align Communications in Dallas/Plano, TX is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety for data center construction projects. You will shape the safety program, perform field leadership across multiple sites, and ensure compliance with OSHA 1926, NFPA 70E, and client requirements.

The role requires 5+ years of construction safety, OSHA 500/510 certification, strong coaching, incident investigations, and performance metrics. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety experience in construction or industrial environments.
• Experience in data centers, electrical, MEP, or other high‑risk construction environments.
• OSHA 500/510 Certification is required.
• Strong field presence with ability to influence crews and subcontractors.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training.
• Proven experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Ability to coach field teams and influence behavior without direct authority.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Data Center Design, Procure and Build leadership, project teams, subcontractors, and clients to support safe work planning and execution.
• Provide guidance and direction to third‑party safety providers supporting regional projects.
• Maintain a strong and consistent presence in the field to reinforce standards and expectations.
• Lead and support pre‑task planning (JHAs/JSAs), ensuring high‑risk work is reviewed and controlled before execution.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and verification of control measures; ensure timely corrective actions.
• Lead or support incident and near‑miss investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Own and manage the tracking, reporting, and closure of safety observations and corrective actions through established processes and systems.
• Develop and deliver safety training and toolbox talks tailored to site‑specific risks.
• Monitor and influence high‑risk work activities (electrical, LOTO, working at heights, confined space, lifting operations).
• Track and report safety metrics, trends, and leading indicators to project leadership.
• Partner with clients on safety expectations, coordination, and sitewide initiatives.
• Support the development, standardization, and continuous improvement of construction safety processes, documentation, and expectations across projects.
• Exercise stop‑work authority when unsafe conditions exist, regardless of schedule or cost impact.

Skills

Field presence

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Risk assessment

Leadership

Incident investigation

Stop-work authority

Education

OSHA 500/510 Certification

CHST / CSP / ASP / OHST / OSHA 3115 (preferred)

Job description

Align Communications in Dallas/Plano, TX is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety for data center construction projects. You will shape the safety program, perform field leadership across multiple sites, and ensure compliance with OSHA 1926, NFPA 70E, and client requirements.

The role requires 5+ years of construction safety, OSHA 500/510 certification, strong coaching, incident investigations, and performance metrics. Travel may be required.