Safety Manager

Contract Safety Manager – Data Center Construction

Location: Columbus, OH

Company Overview
Our client provides full-service mechanical, electrical, HVAC, automation, and fabrication solutions for projects ranging from routine service to large greenfield builds. Backed by strong financial capacity and bonding strength, it delivers complex, high-value work across manufacturing, institutional, mission-critical, and industrial markets.

Role Summary
As a Contract Safety Manager, you will oversee safety operations for a hyperscale data center construction project in Columbus, OH. This role requires a proven safety professional with OSHA 500 or OSHA 510 certification and extensive experience managing safety in multi-trade construction environments. You will enforce compliance, conduct training, and serve as the on-site authority for safety standards while working closely with project leadership and trade partners.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly rate: $45–$50/hour (based on experience)

• Overtime eligible + weekly pay via direct deposit

• $110/day per diem (7 days/week)

• Contract duration: Minimum 3 months, with potential for extension

• Opportunity to work on a high-visibility hyperscale data center project

• Collaborative team environment with GC and owner safety teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Enforce site safety compliance in accordance with OSHA, client, and company policies

• Conduct daily safety audits, inspections, and toolbox talks

• Lead new hire and subcontractor safety orientations

• Maintain and review JSAs, logs, and safety reports

• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action planning

• Serve as the on-site authority for safety practices and standards

• Collaborate closely with project management and trade partners

What We’re Looking For:

• OSHA 500 or OSHA 510 certification (required)

• 5+ years of construction safety management experience; data center or industrial project experience preferred

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and site safety protocols

• Proven ability to lead in a fast-paced, multi-trade construction environment

• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills