Job Title: Project Safety Director
Location: Hybrid - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Salary: $200,000-$230,000 + Relocation (if needed), Per Diem, Bonus and Benefits
Skills: OSHA, CHST, CSP, SMS, Data CenterAbout The Company / The Opportunity:
Join a rapidly growing construction organization known for delivering challenging, technology-forward projects while fostering a supportive, collaborative work environment. This Project Safety Director opportunity will lead health, safety, and environmental initiatives for major data center construction projects, serving as a trusted advisor to project leadership and field teams. You will have the opportunity to influence safety strategy, develop high-performing teams, and advance standards across a dynamic regional operation.
Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the regional HSE champion, providing technical expertise and guidance on industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
  • Monitor regulatory and industry developments and develop compliance strategies for assigned construction operations.
  • Appoint and oversee HSE Managers supporting projects, including conducting annual performance evaluations for jobsite supervisors and managers.
  • Support subcontractor prequalification, safety expectations, and ongoing performance management.
  • Conduct worksite visits, quarterly project audits, and SPATs to identify deficiencies and implement effective corrective measures.
  • Lead incident investigation processes, hazard recognition activities, and the development of regional control measures.
  • Provide consistent safety leadership to HSE staff and project management, maintaining a strong presence on active project sites.
  • Oversee new hire orientations, safety training, weekly reporting, HSE records, and communication of compliance concerns to senior leadership.
  • Must-Have Skills:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of CHST certification required.
  • At least 10 years of safety experience, primarily supporting major construction projects.
  • Ability to lead a large team of safety professionals.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, hazard recognition, and injury management.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, organization, and prioritization skills to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Experience leading safety audits, regulatory compliance programs, incident investigations, and workforce training.
  • Ability to travel to project sites and work in active construction environments, including standing, walking, and climbing stairs or ladders.
  • Nice-to-Have Skills:
  • ASP, SMS, or CSP certification or similar certification required.
  • Experience supporting data center construction or other highly complex, mission-critical facilities.
  • Additional expertise in safety management systems, compliance strategy, and regional HSE program development.
  • Experience managing HSE Managers and partnering with senior project and business leadership.
  • Background overseeing subcontractor safety performance and prequalification programs.
  • Experience delivering management orientations and developing safety training programs.

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