Senior Safety Manager

Lvi-Associates; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Performance bonus

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

Lvi-Associates is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to lead safety on a major data center construction project in Virginia. The role demands a hands-on safety leader capable of influencing field teams and project leadership, with strong client and contractor engagement.

The ideal candidate has construction safety leadership experience, OSHA 500 and CHST certifications, and a proven track record balancing field presence with strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Construction safety experience required.
• OSHA 500 certification required.
• CHST certification required.
• Experience in data centers or mission critical facilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety on a large-scale data center construction project.
• Serve as primary safety representative with clients, contractors, and project leadership teams.
• Conduct site walks, hazard assessments, audits, and inspections.
• Review and support JHAs, permitting activities, and project safety plans.
• Coach, mentor, and develop safety personnel on the project.
• Drive safety culture through engagement, accountability, and proactive problem-solving.
• Participate in planning meetings and provide safety input throughout the project lifecycle.
• Handle conflicts professionally while maintaining positive working relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Safety culture

Education

OSHA 500 certification

CHST certification

Job description

Senior Safety Manager (PR/607576) Virginia, USA

A leading mechanical construction contractor is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to play a key leadership role on a major data center project.

What You'll Be Doing

• Serve as the lead safety professional on a large-scale data center construction project
• Act as the primary safety representative with clients, contractors, and project leadership teams
• Lead site safety initiatives while building strong relationships across the project
• Conduct site walks, hazard assessments, audits, and inspections
• Review and support JHAs, permitting activities, and project safety plans
• Coach, mentor, and develop safety personnel on the project
• Drive safety culture through engagement, accountability, and proactive problem-solving
• Participate in planning meetings and provide safety input throughout the project lifecycle
• Handle conflict professionally while maintaining positive working relationships with field and management teams

What We're Looking For

• Construction safety experience is required
• Previous experience leading safety efforts on large commercial or industrial projects
• Strong people leadership experience with direct reports, mentoring, or team development responsibilities
• Proven ability to influence project teams and engage craft professionals in the field
• Comfortable operating both in the field and within project leadership meetings
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients and contractors
• OSHA 500 certification required
• CHST certification required
• Experience in data centers, mission critical facilities, healthcare, manufacturing, or other complex construction environments is highly preferred
• Stable employment history with demonstrated career progression

  Ideal Background

  We are particularly interested in safety professionals who have:

  • Led safety on large-scale construction projects
  • Managed or mentored other safety professionals
  • Experience balancing field presence with strategic project planning
  • A technical understanding of construction operations and associated risks
  • A track record of driving safety performance while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
  • Industry-leading 100% 401(k) match up to 50% of contributions with no cap
  • Fully employer-paid healthcare coverage
  • Annual performance-based bonus program
  • Company vehicle/truck provided
  • Travel and lodging assistance when required
  • Clear long-term career progression within a growing organization
  • Opportunity to play a key role on high-profile, complex construction projects

  Why This Opportunity?

  This role goes beyond traditional site safety management. The successful candidate will be viewed as a key project leader, helping shape safety strategy, influence project outcomes, and build relationships with both clients and internal stakeholders on a high-profile data center development.

  If you're an experienced construction safety leader looking for a role with greater ownership, visibility, and long-term growth potential, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.