Director, Global Safety

EdgeConneX; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

A leading data center solutions provider is seeking a Director, Global Safety to lead its safety program across data center construction and operations. The successful candidate will implement safety strategies and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of experience in HSE programs. The position is based in Herndon, VA, and may involve travel of 25-50%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading HSE programs across construction and/or operational environments.
• Demonstrated success implementing safety programs across multiple sites or regions.
• Hands-on experience conducting incident investigations and HSE audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain global Safety policies and standards.
• Conduct HSE audits and inspections to evaluate performance.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure learnings are shared.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lead or transform safety programs

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

OSHA regulations

ISO 45001

Job description

Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.

Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers.

Director, Global Safety

The Director, Global Safety will be based in Herndon, VA or Denver, CO, and will lead the company’s global Safety program across data center construction and operations. The role defines the global safety strategy, develops and maintains policies and standards, and ensures compliance with regulatory and ISO 45001 requirements while driving continuous improvement through data, incident learning and strong stakeholder engagement. The objective is to protect employees, contractors, visitors and assets, and to build a consistent safety culture across mission-critical facilities worldwide. This position reports to the Vice President, Global Security & Safety.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain global Safety policies, procedures and standards across construction, commissioning and operations.
• Provide oversight and support to regional safety programs, ensuring consistent execution and alignment with global standards.
• Conduct HSE audits and inspections across data center projects and operational sites to evaluate performance, ensure compliance and drive corrective actions to closure.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action programs; ensure learnings are shared and adopted across regions.
• Develop and deliver global safety training and onboarding programs; monitor completion and effectiveness for employees, contractors and vendors.
• Maintain safety reporting systems, logs and documentation, including regulatory filings (OSHA or international equivalents) and ISO 45001 documentation.
• Monitor leading and lagging indicators, analyze safety performance trends and prepare safety reporting for regional and global leadership.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Construction and Procurement to embed safety requirements into project planning, design reviews and site execution.
• Oversee contractor and vendor safety management, including onboarding, verification of certifications, work plans and field compliance checks.
• Support emergency response planning, incident notifications and business continuity activities related to safety.
• Evaluate safety systems, reporting tools and technology solutions to increase data accuracy, visibility and accountability.
• Promote HSE culture and initiatives through leadership visibility, communication and engagement across global sites.
• Provide on-site presence at project or operational locations when required.
• Travel 25–50%, including international travel.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to influence across regions, cultures and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or transform safety programs across multiple sites or geographies.
• Skilled at partnering with operations, engineering, construction, procurement and vendors to drive closure on actions and deliver results.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-moving environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret safety metrics and use data to guide decisions and improvement actions.
• Advanced knowledge of OSHA and international/regional safety regulations; familiarity with ISO 45001, NFPA/ANSI and high-risk hazards common in mission‑critical environments.
• Proficient in incident investigation and root cause methodologies, risk assessments and safety audits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety reporting platforms; able to build executive-ready reporting and presentations.
• Strong organization, follow-through and accountability skills.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of experience leading HSE programs across construction and/or operational environments; mission‑critical or data center experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success implementing safety programs across multiple sites or regions, including contractor/vendor oversight.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and international/regional safety regulations; familiarity with ISO 45001 and industry standards (NFPA/ANSI).
• Hands‑on experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analysis, risk assessments and HSE audits, and driving corrective actions to closure.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH or NEBOSH preferred.

US Salary Range: $150,000 USD - $180,000 USD

EdgeConneX believes inclusion – of thought, backgrounds and experiences – affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industry

• Telecommunications