Construction Safety Facilitator - Owners Rep

Construction Safety Facilitator - Owner’s Rep - Columbus, OH
This opportunity is with a leading provider of mission-critical data center solutions as an Owner’s Rep for Construction Services. This firm provides a complete life cycle of solutions that are custom-fit to the requirements of their client's mission-critical facilities. This opportunity provides a career-growth minded role with exciting projects with leading-edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits. They build mission-critical facilities for data center facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies.

We are seeking a Construction Safety Facilitator to serve as an Owner’s Representative, ensuring that all safety and compliance standards are met at a mission-critical construction site in Columbus, OH. This position plays a pivotal role in overseeing and guiding the General Contractor's (GC) safety practices while aligning with regulatory requirements and the owner’s objectives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in construction safety, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a safe work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Regularly monitor and evaluate the GC’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) performance to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, contract deliverables, and established safety protocols.
• Interface with the construction management team to provide timely data on EHS performance, including trends, incident reports, and key safety metrics.
• Facilitate effective communication of EHS information through safety meetings, notices, and updates, ensuring all stakeholders, including Client management, are informed.
• Conduct daily safety tours and inspections with GC management and owner representatives, with weekly walkabouts performed by the owner’s Project Manager.
• Act as a coach and advisor to the site safety committee, driving engagement and continuous improvement.
• Support risk and hazard assessments to proactively identify potential safety concerns and implement mitigation strategies.
• Participate in significant incident investigations and analyze significant potential events (SPEs).
• Address non-compliance issues with the GC immediately and keep the owner’s management team informed.
• Review and validate the accuracy of KPIs, leading/lagging indicators, and EHS data submitted by the GC.
• Conduct monthly evaluations of GC EHS performance and provide weekly EHS summaries to stakeholders.
• Oversee the implementation of the “Boots on the Ground” program, enhancing active safety monitoring and compliance on-site.
• Attend progress and scheduling meetings to address EHS impacts and collaborate on solutions.
• Support design reviews throughout all project phases, including planning, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Assist in the development and execution of the EHS Plan to align with project goals and regional strategies.
• Evaluate and address operational EHS risks, designing and implementing mitigation programs to minimize impact.

Qualifications:

• 8-10 years of safety experience in construction, preferably as an Owner’s Representative or with a General Contractor.
• OSHA 500 / 510 certification strongly preferred.
• Mission-critical/data center construction experience highly desired.
• Local to the site (within 50 miles) or willing to relocate.
• Demonstrated experience managing compliance with OSHA and local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in construction-related documentation.
• 100% commitment to the project and client success.

Submittal Instructions:
Please apply directly by clicking the link below, alternatively you can forward your resume directly to: [email protected]

After applying, if you have further questions, you may call 973-895-5200 and ask for Iggy. You can also submit via our career portal and take a look at other Critical Facility openings we are working on at,

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Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan
EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V
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