Regional Safety Manager

Regional Safety Manager

Location: Montgomery, AL
Project: Large-Scale Data Center Construction Project
Employment Type: Full-Time

Overview

Our client is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to support a major data center construction project in Montgomery, Alabama. This individual will play a critical role in driving a "safety-first" culture across all jobsite activities while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company safety protocols.

This position is highly field-focused, requiring strong collaboration with project teams, leadership, and field personnel to proactively identify risks, implement safety programs, and maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a safety leader on-site, promoting a culture where safety is the top priority across all operations
• Partner with project management and field teams to identify, evaluate, and control hazardous working conditions
• Deliver and coordinate safety training programs, including PPE, fall protection, heavy equipment operation, LOTO, trenching/excavation, confined space, and OSHA standards
• Maintain a strong field presence (approximately 75% field / 25% administrative)
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections, audits, and safety reviews; ensure corrective actions are implemented and tracked
• Lead incident response efforts, including injury, property damage, and near-miss investigations, and support root cause analysis
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety programs and procedures
• Support Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and promote hazard recognition in the field
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA standards
• Interface with third-party safety platforms and compliance systems (e.g., contractor prequalification tools)
• Partner with leadership on safety metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with new hire safety orientations and ongoing training documentation
• Accompany regulatory inspectors during site visits as needed
• Support driver safety programs and general risk management efforts
• Travel as required to support regional safety initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of construction safety experience
• Experience supporting large-scale construction or industrial projects preferred
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards
• Ability to identify hazards and implement effective corrective actions
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Certifications (Required/Preferred):

• BCSP Certification (required)
• OSHA 30 (required)
• CPR/First Aid Certification (required)
• OSHA 500 (Train-the-Trainer) - preferred
• OSHA 510 - preferred
• CHST - preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to influence and engage field teams and leadership
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong working knowledge of construction safety practices and compliance standards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

This role requires a hands-on, proactive safety professional who thrives in the field and is passionate about building and maintaining a strong safety culture. The position offers the opportunity to support a high-profile, large-scale construction project with long-term potential.