Traveling Safety Leader – Data Center Construction

Shimmick; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 157,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Shimmick is seeking a Traveling Safety Manager to lead ES&H efforts on a large-scale data center project starting in Point Pleasant, WV, with multiple ongoing site locations. You will collaborate with field teams to ensure safe operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous safety program improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with substantial experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction, plus certifications and a strong safety leadership track record.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Must be able to maintain 3 points of contact when climbing a ladder.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ten plus years of relevant experience in heavy civil, industrial, or large infrastructure construction (preferred).
• OSHA, CHST, STSC certifications and related safety qualifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Under limited supervision, perform moderately complex ES&H work to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Maintain knowledge of government agency requirements.
• Develop, implement and maintain safety programs and procedures.
• Identify hazards, investigate accidents, and recommend improvements.
• Provide training, emergency preparedness, and regulatory guidance.
• May lead a team of ES&H specialists on small to medium projects.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Field collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + 6 years experience

Job description

Shimmick is seeking a Traveling Safety Manager to lead ES&H efforts on a large-scale data center project starting in Point Pleasant, WV, with multiple ongoing site locations. You will collaborate with field teams to ensure safe operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous safety program improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with substantial experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction, plus certifications and a strong safety leadership track record.