Job Description
Job Summary:
The Construction Safety Associate will support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) initiatives for a data center construction and expansion project. This role is responsible for providing on-site safety leadership, monitoring contractor compliance, conducting daily safety audits, and promoting a proactive safety culture across all construction activities. The Construction Safety Associate will work closely with Project Management, EH&S personnel, contractors, and the Owner’s Representative to ensure project activities comply with applicable OSHA regulations, site-specific safety requirements, and established safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site safety leadership and guidance for assigned data center construction and expansion projects.
- Collaborate with Project Management, EH&S personnel, and contractors to ensure compliance with project-specific safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and applicable safety standards.
- Conduct daily formal safety audits and inspections of active construction activities, identifying hazards, documenting findings, and tracking corrective actions through resolution.
- Serve as a technical safety advisor to the Owner’s Representative, providing guidance on site safety conditions, compliance concerns, and risk mitigation measures.
- Deliver site-specific safety orientations for new personnel and contractors, facilitate toolbox talks and site safety meetings, and provide technical safety training as needed.
- Monitor contractor safety performance and verify that safe work practices are followed throughout all phases of construction.
- Prepare and submit standardized safety reports documenting project safety performance, audit findings, identified hazards, corrective actions, and overall compliance status.
- Maintain accurate safety logs, inspection records, incident documentation, and other project safety files, ensuring reports are properly organized and tracked.
- Assist with external agency interactions, including OSHA inspections, information requests, and OSHA recordkeeping and log management, as appropriate.
- Communicate safety concerns and emerging risks to project leadership and recommend corrective measures to support a safe and compliant work environment.
- Support continuous improvement of site safety practices and promote accountability among contractors, subcontractors, and project personnel.
Qualifications:
- Experience in construction safety, occupational health and safety, or an EH&S support role.
- Ability to conduct site inspections, identify potential hazards, document findings, and follow up on corrective actions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with project leadership, contractors, and field personnel.
- Proficiency in preparing safety reports, maintaining documentation, and tracking compliance records.
- Ability to work in an active construction environment and perform regular field inspections.
- OSHA 30 (OSHA 510/500 preferred).
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Detroit, Michigan |
| Industry | Other/Not Classified |
| Salary | $38–$41 |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | http://theessinc.com/ |
About Company
Environmental and Safety Solutions, Inc. has a long standing reputation of providing excellent Environmental, Health and Safety services to our clients in their various industries. We pride ourselves in creating and implementing a best in class safety culture that resonates throughout our projects. We have achieved this level of success by fostering our relationships with our associates, and choosing associates who believe in proactive methods of achieving EHS excellence. Our approach is personal, yet persistent, allowing us to form relationships built on trust, reliability, and on-going professionalism.
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