Safety Specialist - Data Centers

Safety Specialist

Job Description

The Safety Specialist develops, implements, and oversees comprehensive safety programs for complex construction projects within a highly regulated environment. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with OSHA, FDA, and pharmaceutical industry standards, proactively identifying and mitigating risks, and embedding a strong safety culture across all phases of construction. The position offers the opportunity to gain valuable data center experience in a rapidly growing industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans that align with OSHA, FDA, and pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments to identify potential hazards related to chemical handling, cleanroom construction, and specialized equipment installation.
• Monitor compliance with safety protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and applicable regulatory standards for all contractors and subcontractors.
• Perform regular site inspections and safety audits of construction areas to identify unsafe practices, equipment misuse, or environmental risks, and follow up on corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, near-misses, and safety violations, leading root-cause analysis and recommending effective corrective and preventive measures.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs on topics such as hazardous materials, confined spaces, and emergency response procedures.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including safety audits, permits, incident reports, and compliance certifications.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, project managers, and quality assurance teams to integrate safety considerations into planning, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture on site by communicating expectations clearly, reinforcing best practices, and supporting continuous improvement in health and safety performance.

Essential Skills

• Proven knowledge of OSHA regulations and their application in construction environments.
• Ability to develop and implement site-specific safety programs that comply with OSHA, FDA, and pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Experience conducting risk assessments related to chemical handling, cleanroom construction, and specialized equipment installation.
• Strong skills in monitoring safety compliance, including enforcement of PPE requirements and regulatory standards for contractors and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough site inspections and safety audits to identify unsafe conditions and practices.
• Experience leading incident investigations and root-cause analyses and recommending corrective actions.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver safety training on hazardous materials, confined spaces, and emergency response.
• Strong documentation and recordkeeping skills for safety audits, permits, incident reports, and compliance certifications.
• Effective collaboration skills to work with engineers, project managers, and quality assurance teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety or a closely related field.
• 0–2 years of experience working as a safety specialist in a construction company.
• OSHA 30 certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Interest in building a career in safety within the data center and high-tech construction sector.
• Ability to communicate safety expectations clearly to diverse project teams and contractors.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on proactive risk identification and mitigation.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced construction environment and adapt to evolving project needs.
• Motivation to gain experience on large-scale, complex projects in a booming industry.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Pleasant, WI.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mount Pleasant,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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