Mission-Critical Safety Lead for Data Centers

Brinkmann Constructors; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Annual bonus program

401K contribution by company

Comprehensive health and wellness

Job summary

Brinkmann Constructors is seeking a Safety Specialist – Mission Critical to drive a world-class safety culture on hyperscale data center and other mission‑critical construction projects. You will partner with Operations, MEP teams, and subcontractors to integrate safety into planning, execution, and commissioning to prevent downtime and protect lives and client investment.

The role requires 5–8+ years in construction safety, strong knowledge of OSHA/NFPA standards, and the ability to lead safety

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of construction safety experience, mission‑critical preferred.
• Experience on large, complex, fast‑track projects with multiple subcontractors.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and mission‑critical safety standards.
• Proven experience managing safety in high‑energy environments (electrical, mechanical, commissioning).
• Ability to lead safety efforts across diverse teams and communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Champion a zero‑incident safety culture across all phases of construction, reinforcing accountability at every level of the jobsite
• Lead daily engagement with subcontractors, field teams, and leadership to ensure alignment on safety expectations and execution
• Integrate safety into preconstruction planning, work sequencing, and high‑risk activity coordination
• Perform hazard identification and job hazard analyses (JHA/HIRA) for high‑risk scopes such as energized electrical work, crane operations, confined spaces, and commissioning
• Proactively identify and manage risks with fast‑track schedules, overlapping trades, and high‑density jobsite conditions
• Support development and maintenance of risk registers and mitigation strategies tied to safety, schedule, and operational readiness
• Enforce safety protocols around high‑energy systems including electrical distribution, arc‑flash hazards, LOTO, and live system commissioning
• Coordinate with MEP teams and trade partners to ensure safe installation, testing, and startup of critical infrastructure systems
• Conduct frequent jobsite inspections, audits, and observations to identify hazards and ensure compliance with standards
• Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and drive timely corrective actions
• Maintain required safety documentation including OSHA logs, inspection reports, permits, and training records
• Deliver site‑specific orientations and ongoing safety training for a large, multi‑shift workforce
• Coach field teams and subcontractors on hazard recognition and safe work practices
• Partner with project managers to embed safety in all project decisions and workflows
• Interface with clients, insurers, and regulatory agencies to meet mission‑critical safety expectations
• Monitor and manage PPE compliance to meet or exceed client standards

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA standards

NFPA standards

Hazard analysis

Cross‑functional collaboration

Education

CSP/CHST certification

Job description

Brinkmann Constructors is seeking a Safety Specialist – Mission Critical to drive a world-class safety culture on hyperscale data center and other mission‑critical construction projects. You will partner with Operations, MEP teams, and subcontractors to integrate safety into planning, execution, and commissioning to prevent downtime and protect lives and client investment.

The role requires 5–8+ years in construction safety, strong knowledge of OSHA/NFPA standards, and the ability to lead safety