Site Safety Lead: Data Center Construction

Shirley Parsons is partnered with a leading organization to identify a Site Safety Representative to support a large-scale distribution center project in the Chicago area. This individual will serve as the primary safety representative on site, responsible for driving a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance across all contractors and project teams.

Location: Chicago, IL

Start Date: ASAP

Estimated End Date: July 2027

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and enforce site-wide safety programs in alignment with OSHA and company standards
• Conduct daily site inspections, audits, and job hazard analyses (JHAs)
• Facilitate safety orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing training for field personnel
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; implement corrective actions
• Partner with project management and subcontractors to proactively identify and mitigate risks
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, reports, and compliance records
• Serve as the main point of contact for all safety-related matters on site
• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, policies, and procedures
• Review and approve subcontractor safety plans, JHAs, and method statements prior to work activities
• Monitor high-risk activities such as confined space entry, fall protection, crane operations, and electrical work
• Lead incident review meetings and track corrective actions to closure
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations and client-specific requirements
• Conduct safety performance evaluations and provide coaching to supervisors and field teams
• Track and report key safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses) to project leadership
• Support pre-construction planning by identifying potential safety risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Coordinate with third-party inspectors, auditors, and client safety representatives during site visits
• Enforce PPE requirements and ensure proper use of safety equipment across all trades
• Assist with emergency response planning, drills, and on-site incident management
• Promote a proactive safety culture through engagement, recognition programs, and behavioral-based safety initiatives

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of construction safety experience, specifically on data center projects
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices
• Experience working in union environments is a plus
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• OSHA 30 required; CHST or higher certification preferred
• Proven ability to lead safety initiatives and influence teams in a fast-paced environment