Project Safety Director

NREP; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

NREP in Milwaukee is seeking a Project Safety Director to lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives for major data center construction projects. You will serve as a trusted adviser to project leadership and field teams, shaping safety strategy and performance across the regional operation.

This role requires extensive safety leadership, the ability to manage a large team of safety professionals, conduct audits and investigations, and provide training while traveling to active sites as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of CHST certification.
• At least 10 years of safety experience, primarily supporting major construction projects.
• Ability to lead a large team of safety professionals.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, hazard recognition, and injury management.
• Experience leading safety audits, regulatory compliance programs, incident investigations, and workforce training.
• Ability to travel to project sites and work in active construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the regional HSE champion, providing technical expertise and guidance on industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Monitor regulatory and industry developments and develop compliance strategies for assigned construction operations.
• Appoint and oversee HSE Managers supporting projects, including conducting annual performance evaluations for jobsite supervisors and managers.
• Support subcontractor prequalification, safety expectations, and ongoing performance management.
• Conduct worksite visits, quarterly project audits, and SPATs to identify deficiencies and implement effective corrective measures.
• Lead incident investigation processes, hazard recognition activities, and the development of regional control measures.
• Provide consistent safety leadership to HSE staff and project management, maintaining a strong presence on active project sites.
• Oversee new hire orientations, safety training, weekly reporting, HSE records, and communication of compliance concerns to senior leadership.

Skills

OSHA

CHST

CSP

SMS

Data Center

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety/Industrial Hygiene/Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Job Title: Project Safety Director

Location: Hybrid - Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Salary: $200,000-$230,000 + Relocation (if needed), Per Diem, Bonus and Benefits

Skills: OSHA, CHST, CSP, SMS, Data Center

About The Company / The Opportunity:

Join a rapidly growing construction organization known for delivering challenging, technology-forward projects while fostering a supportive, collaborative work environment. This Project Safety Director opportunity will lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives for major data center construction projects, serving as a trusted advisor to project leadership and field teams. You will have the opportunity to influence safety strategy, develop high-performing teams, and advance standards across a dynamic regional operation.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the regional HSE champion, providing technical expertise and guidance on industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Monitor regulatory and industry developments and develop compliance strategies for assigned construction operations.
• Appoint and oversee HSE Managers supporting projects, including conducting annual performance evaluations for jobsite supervisors and managers.
• Support subcontractor prequalification, safety expectations, and ongoing performance management.
• Conduct worksite visits, quarterly project audits, and SPATs to identify deficiencies and implement effective corrective measures.
• Lead incident investigation processes, hazard recognition activities, and the development of regional control measures.
• Provide consistent safety leadership to HSE staff and project management, maintaining a strong presence on active project sites.
• Oversee new hire orientations, safety training, weekly reporting, HSE records, and communication of compliance concerns to senior leadership.

Must-Have Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of CHST certification required.
• At least 10 years of safety experience, primarily supporting major construction projects.
• Ability to lead a large team of safety professionals.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, hazard recognition, and injury management.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience leading safety audits, regulatory compliance programs, incident investigations, and workforce training.
• Ability to travel to project sites and work in active construction environments, including standing, walking, and climbing stairs or ladders.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• ASP, SMS, or CSP certification or similar certification required.
• Experience supporting data center construction or other highly complex, mission-critical facilities.
• Additional expertise in safety management systems, compliance strategy, and regional HSE program development.
• Experience managing HSE Managers and partnering with senior project and business leadership.
• Background overseeing subcontractor safety performance and prequalification programs.
• Experience delivering management orientations and developing safety training programs.