Safety Coordinator

Actalent; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Safety Professional to act as a trusted safety advisor across hyperscale data center construction projects. This field-focused role involves daily collaboration with crews, supervisors and leadership to promote a proactive safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, client and company standards.

You will conduct site inspections, lead toolbox talks, and support incident investigations with root cause analysis.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction safety, safety management, or EHS roles within data center, telecommunications, construction, or related industries.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and performing root cause analysis.
• Understanding of permit-required work and high-risk construction activities.
• Ability to coach and mentor crews on safe work practices and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence site personnel through relationship-building and leadership.
• Comfortable working outdoors and spending extended periods on active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Partner with field personnel, supervisors, and project leaders to foster a safety-first culture on construction sites.
• Conduct daily site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Monitor activities to ensure compliance with OSHA, client, and company safety requirements.
• Coach and mentor field teams on safe work practices, PPE utilization, and site-specific safety expectations.
• Lead toolbox talks, pre-task planning sessions, JHAs, and other safety training initiatives.
• Assist with incident investigations and root cause analyses; develop corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and documentation for projects and clients.
• Promote safety through collaboration and leadership rather than enforcement.
• Work with project teams to plan and execute high-risk operations and permit-required work safely.
• Track safety observations and follow-up actions for continuous improvement.
• Build relationships with craft workers and stakeholders through field engagement.
• Contribute to development and enhancement of safety programs and training across projects.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA regulations

Incident investigations

Coaching & mentoring

Communication

Field leadership

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

OSHA certifications (OSHA 500/510)

CPR/First Aid certifications

CHST/CSHO/ASP/CSP certifications

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Safety Professional to serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for safety across active hyperscale data center construction projects. This role is highly field-focused, requiring daily interaction with crews, supervisors, and project leadership to promote a proactive, partnership-driven approach to safety. The ideal candidate will support construction operations by identifying risks, reinforcing safe work practices, and helping teams maintain compliance with company, client, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with field personnel, supervisors, and project leaders to foster a positive, safety-first culture on construction sites.
• Conduct daily site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Monitor ongoing construction, telecommunications, fiber optic, OSP, and ISP activities to ensure compliance with OSHA, client, and company safety requirements.
• Coach and mentor field teams on safe work practices, PPE utilization, and site-specific safety expectations.
• Lead and support toolbox talks, pre-task planning sessions, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and other safety training initiatives.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the development of corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate and organized safety records, reports, and documentation to support project and client requirements.
• Promote safety through collaboration, influence, and leadership rather than enforcement.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure high-risk operations and permit-required work are properly planned and executed safely.
• Track safety observations, corrective actions, and follow-up items to ensure continuous improvement and accountability.
• Build strong relationships with craft workers and project stakeholders through consistent field engagement and support.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of safety programs, procedures, and training across multiple projects.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in construction safety, safety management, or EHS roles within data center, telecommunications, construction, or related industries.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and performing root cause analysis.
• Understanding of permit-required work and high-risk construction activities.
• Ability to effectively coach and mentor crews on safe work practices and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence site personnel through relationship-building and leadership.
• Comfortable working outdoors and spending extended periods walking active construction sites.
• Ability to establish credibility and trust with field teams and project leadership.
• Experience facilitating safety meetings, JHAs, pre-task planning sessions, and training programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 500 or OSHA 510 certification preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification in Construction Safety.
• Professional certifications such as CHST, CSHO, ASP, CSP, or equivalent credentials are highly valued.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience supporting data center construction, structured cabling, fiber installation, or telecommunications infrastructure projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Willingness to travel nationwide for long-term project assignments.
• Interest in long-term career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
• Passion for building and sustaining a culture of safety, partnership, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position supports active hyperscale data center construction projects throughout Iowa and is primarily field-based. Team members spend most of their time on jobsites conducting safety observations, engaging with crews, and supporting project teams in maintaining safe and productive work environments. Projects often involve fiber installation, structured cabling, telecommunications infrastructure, and complex construction activities both inside and outside data center facilities.

The work environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and growth-oriented, offering opportunities to contribute to some of the nation's largest data center developments. The typical schedule consists of Monday through Friday day‑shift hours with overtime. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors, navigating active construction sites, and wearing required PPE throughout the workday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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