Safety Manager for Mission-Critical Data Center Projects

Hill & Wilkinson General Contractors; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill & Wilkinson is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee safety operations on mission-critical and data center construction projects in the DFW area. You will implement and manage safety programs to ensure a safe, compliant work environment across high-risk, high‑compliance sites.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction safety management, deep knowledge of MEP systems and high‑voltage environments, and OSHA 30 certification.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of construction safety management experience, with 2+ years on data center or mission‑critical projects.
• Deep knowledge of MEP systems, high‑voltage environments, and live system work protocols.
• OSHA 30 Certification required; CHST or CSP preferred.
• Experience with construction safety software and reporting tools (e.g., Procore Safety, EHS platforms).
• Strong communication, leadership, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage site-specific safety plans aligned with OSHA standards.
• Conduct daily job site inspections and enforce corrective actions.
• Monitor electrical, mechanical, and equipment installations for safe practices.
• Lead daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, ANSI, and client requirements.
• Conduct incident investigations and corrective action plans.
• Maintain safety documents including JSAs, permits, and injury logs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure PPE compliance.
• Lead site orientations and safety onboarding for workers and visitors.
• Stay current on safety trends relevant to mission-critical environments.

Skills

Construction safety management

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

Education

OSHA 30 Certification

CHST

CSP

Tools

Procore Safety

EHS platforms

Job description

Hill & Wilkinson is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee safety operations on mission-critical and data center construction projects in the DFW area. You will implement and manage safety programs to ensure a safe, compliant work environment across high-risk, high‑compliance sites.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction safety management, deep knowledge of MEP systems and high‑voltage environments, and OSHA 30 certification.