Safety Specialist

BSI Consulting; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group-sponsored health and dental

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) plan with company match

Company-paid life insurance

11 paid holidays

4 weeks paid time off

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Safety Specialist to perform full-time, onsite safety duties in data center construction in Canton, MS. The ideal candidate has 3-7 years of safety experience with at least 2 years in electrical environments. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety protocols, conducting inspections, and overseeing safety measures. A competitive salary of $90,000 – $105,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of safety experience, with at least 2 years in data center or electrical environments.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Ability to train others on safety programs and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Owner’s Representative for safety across data center construction.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and protocols.
• Conduct daily site safety inspections and hazard assessments.

Skills

Safety oversight

Electrical safety

Hazard recognition

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

BCSP Certification (e.g., CHST, CSP, ASP)

Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field

Tools

Digital safety platforms

Job description

BSI Consulting Services is a trusted and agenda-shaping partner providing ‘best practice’ technical, regulatory, and business expertise and intelligence for our clients’ most critical EHS and Supply Chain and opportunities to achieve greater resilience, impact, and future-readiness.

About the role

The Safety Specialist will perform full-time, onsite construction safety-related duties on data center builds in Canton, MS. Prior safety experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an Owner’s Representative for safety across data center construction and operational environments
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 1926 Standards for Construction and company-specific protocols
• Oversee safety for site workers, contractors, and the general public in active electrical and data center settings
• Develop and deliver safety kick-off presentations, on-site orientations, and daily pre-shift meetings
• Conduct daily site safety inspections, hazard assessments, and audits with an emphasis on electrical systems and high-risk work areas
• Investigate incidents, document findings, and ensure follow-up corrective actions
• Perform job hazard analyses (JHAs), risk assessments, and site-specific safety plans
• Recommend modifications or improvements to equipment, facilities, or processes to eliminate hazards
• Compile and submit daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports to internal stakeholders and clients
• Interface with municipalities, OSHA, insurance carriers, and other regulatory agencies as needed
• Maintain all safety documentation in accordance with site and corporate standards

Preferred Experience

• Previous safety oversight within data center construction or operations
• Experience with electrical safety, energized work, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and arc flash hazard mitigation
• Familiarity with mission‑critical environments and working with trades including electrical, mechanical, and HVAC

Education/Qualifications

• Fluent in English (written and verbal)
• 3‑7 years of safety experience, with at least 2 years in data center or electrical environments
• BCSP Certification (e.g., CHST, CSP, ASP – required)
• Degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong ability to train others on safety programs and procedures
• Skilled in recognizing potential hazards and recommending corrective action
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Technologically savvy and comfortable using digital safety platforms and reporting tools

What we offer

BSI offers a competitive salary, group‑sponsored health and dental, short‑term and long‑term disability, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, company‑paid life insurance, 11 paid holidays, and 4 weeks paid time off.

The salary for this position can range from $90,000 – $105,000 annually; actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's competencies, level of experience, education, location, divisional budget, and internal peer compensation comparisons.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to diversity.