Senior Safety Specialist

Progressive Safety; Conesville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Safety is seeking a Senior Construction Safety Coordinator to lead safety on mission-critical data center builds. You will oversee field safety on active projects, drive a proactive safety culture, and mentor junior staff while coordinating with superintendents and subcontractors.

Required are 4+ years of construction safety, OSHA certifications, and hands-on experience on active jobsites; BCSP is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 510 + OSHA 10, 30, and 40 (Required).
• First Aid, Narcan, Bloodborne Pathogens, CPR, and/or AED training.
• NFPA 70E and LOTO experience.
• BCSP Certification (STS-C, CHST, ASP, CSP) – Strongly Preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, or Environmental.
• Experience working in active jobsite environments.
• Strong communicator who can influence safe behaviors in the field.
• Comfortable using tools like Procore, Excel, Teams.

Responsibilities

• Leading jobsite safety efforts on active, large-scale construction projects.
• Conducting site audits, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Driving a proactive safety culture with field teams and leadership.
• Delivering toolbox talks, orientations, and training.
• Partnering closely with superintendents, subcontractors, and project leaders.
• Mentoring junior safety staff and helping elevate team performance.
• Managing incident investigations, reporting, and safety documentation.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety culture

Hazard assessment

Incident investigations

Safety training

Education

BS in Safety/Env

Tools

Procore

Excel

Teams

Job description

Build the Future of Data Centers. Lead Safety on Mission-Critical Projects.

Overview

Senior Construction Safety Coordinator — This isn’t just another safety job. You’ll be supporting large-scale, high-profile data center builds for one of the top MEP contractors in the U.S.—projects that demand precision, pace, and strong safety leadership. If you thrive in fast-moving environments, enjoy being in the field, and want to be part of projects that are shaping the future of infrastructure—this is where you want to be. Ready to Learn More? If you’re looking for your next opportunity in mission-critical construction and want to be part of something bigger—let’s connect.

Responsibilities

• Leading jobsite safety efforts on active, large-scale construction projects
• Conducting site audits, inspections, and hazard assessments
• Driving a proactive safety culture with field teams and leadership
• Delivering toolbox talks, orientations, and training
• Partnering closely with superintendents, subcontractors, and project leaders
• Mentoring junior safety staff and helping elevate team performance
• Managing incident investigations, reporting, and safety documentation

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction safety experience (vertical or commercial preferred)
• OSHA 510 + OSHA 10, 30, and 40 (Required)
• First Aid, Narcan, Bloodborne Pathogens, CPR, and/or AED training required
• NFPA 70E and LOTO experience
• BCSP Certification (STS-C, CHST, ASP, CSP) – Strongly Preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Health, or Environmental
• Experience working in active jobsite environments
• Strong communicator who can influence safe behaviors in the field
• Comfortable using tools like Procore, Excel, Teams

Bonus Points

• Data center / mission-critical project experience
• Background working with MEP contractors or complex trades
• Experience mentoring or leading other safety professionals

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• Safety professionals who enjoy being in the field—not behind a desk
• Candidates open to travel and project-based work
• Individuals who want to grow into leadership roles on major builds
• People who take pride in owning safety culture on-site

About Progressive Safety

At Progressive Safety, we’re more than a staffing partner—we’re a team. We do the right thing, strive for excellence, and bring real passion to supporting our employees, partners, and the communities we serve.