Safety Lead

Actalent; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) retirement plan with employer 3

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Safety Lead to drive safety strategy and risk mitigation across multiple data center projects in Mesa, AZ. You will mentor safety professionals, partner with project teams, and champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement on technically demanding electrical construction sites.

This onsite role emphasizes strong leadership, training, incident investigations, and compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and internal standards, with relocation assistance and a

Qualifications

• Experience leading safety programs on large commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards and codes, with hands‑on leadership in the field.
• Ability to influence crews, foremen, superintendents, and executives through clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Safety Professionals across multiple projects.
• Champion a proactive safety culture built on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct site audits, field observations, risk assessments, and incident investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety program leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Hands-on field presence

NFPA 70E knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Construction management software

Job description

Job Title: Safety Lead Safety Lead - Lead Safety on Some of the Regions Most Complex Data Center Projects Job Title: Safety Lead Safety Lead - Lead Safety on Some of the Regions Most Complex Data Center Projects We're looking for a proven safety leader who thrives in high-profile construction environments and wants the opportunity to shape safety culture on large-scale electrical and data center projects. This is more than a compliance role. You'll serve as a trusted partner to project leadership, mentor a team of safety professionals, and influence the safe execution of mission-critical infrastructure projects from preconstruction through completion. As the Safety Lead, you'll be the driving force behind safety strategy, risk mitigation, incident prevention, and workforce engagement across multiple active jobsites. You'll work alongside project managers, superintendents, and trade partners to ensure every employee goes home safely while supporting some of the most technically challenging electrical construction projects in the industry. What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and develop a team of Safety Professionals across multiple commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Champion a proactive safety culture built on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct site audits, field observations, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Partner with project teams during planning and execution to identify and mitigate potential hazards before work begins.
• Deliver impactful safety training programs and mentor field personnel on best practices.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E requirements, and company safety standards.
• Analyze safety metrics and trends to drive data-based improvements across projects.
• Build strong relationships with project leadership, general contractors, and subcontractors to maintain safe and productive jobsites.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role

• Experience leading safety programs on large commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical construction projects.
• Strong experience supporting electrical construction activities, including medium‑and high‑voltage systems.
• Ability to influence crews, foremen, superintendents, and executives through strong communication and leadership.
• A hands‑on leadership style with a visible presence in the field.
• Passion for coaching and developing others while holding teams accountable to the highest safety standards.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and fast‑paced construction schedules.

Preferred Experience

• Data center construction experience.
• CSP, ASP, or CHST certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field.
• Experience with Bluebeam and construction management software.
• Knowledge of complex electrical construction and commissioning activities.

Opportunity to lead safety initiatives on high-profile data center projects. Strong company culture that values safety, leadership, and professional growth. Competitive Compensation And Benefits Package. 401(k) with generous company match and contribution. Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D coverage. Generous PTO and paid holidays. Potential relocation assistance for exceptional candidates. Work Environment This role is primarily onsite at various data center construction projects in the valley and involves regular field presence across multiple commercial and industrial electrical work sites. The Safety Lead works closely with project teams, general contractors, and subcontractors in active construction environments that include medium to high voltage electrical systems, heavy equipment, scaffolding, and other typical construction site conditions. The position requires carrying a cell phone and responding to emergencies during non‑business hours. The organization offers a strong, supportive company culture and provides medical, dental, and vision insurance, including a stipend option when covered under a spouses plan. Additional benefits include company‑paid term life and AD&D insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and company contribution (up to 10% match), PTO accrual of up to three weeks with immediate usage eligibility, and seven company‑paid holidays. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate. Dress code aligns with standard construction site safety requirements, including appropriate personal protective equipment as required by project conditions. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mesa, AZ. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $130000.00/yr. 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. Company culture is very strong Medical, dental, and vision insurance - if they are covered by spouse OEG will still pay them a stipend Company paid term life insurance and AD&D coverage 401k retirement plan with employer match and company contribution - up to 10% match PTO accrual of up to 3 weeks, but can start using it right away 7 company paid holidays Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Mesa, AZ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.