Safety Manager-Data Center

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

About The Role

This role is critical for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive accident prevention and safety programs across projects and the company. The Safety Manager will conduct work area assessments, perform jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition, and facilitate safety meetings and training programs. The role also involves supporting incident investigations and managing injury/illness cases, requiring strong independent work skills, communication, and at least 7 years of construction safety experience, including OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the administration of the project/company accident prevention efforts.
• Develop and facilitate appropriate training programs.
• Conduct work area assessments.
• Develop, organize, and implement safety related programs that meet company safety standards.
• Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors.
• Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training programs to ensure effective communication amongst employees.
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Ensure safety completion by reviewing the job hazard analysis for major phases of our work.
• Support Crew Foreman/General Foremen in development of Job Hazard Analyses.
• Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs through daily field walks.
• Regulatory compliance and audit oversight.
• Meet regularly with field personnel and support in the development of project specific corrective action plans to address safety issues and concerns.
• Provide regular feedback to project leadership in a constructive manner on needed areas for safety improvement and recognition.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for employees exhibiting unsafe behaviors and provide recognition for employees exhibiting safe behaviors.
• Assist with delivery of jobsite specific safety orientations for new employees joining the project, as applicable.
• Support Project Leadership in completion of incident investigations.
• Facilitate all injury/illness cases.

Requirements

• BS degree or 7-10 years of related experience and at least 3 years in a managing leadership capacity.
• Minimum 7 years in construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30 Construction required.
• STS-C or CHST are required.
• Experience with union workforce desired.
• Ability to work independently, strong communication skills with ability to influence behaviors.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

Benefits

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.