Safety Specialist

Help Build the Future of Digital Infrastructure

Are you passionate about workplace safety and looking to make an impact on some of the most complex construction projects in the country? We're seeking a Safety Specialist to support large-scale data center construction projects across Wisconsin. In this role, you'll be a key driver of site safety, partnering with project teams, contractors, and field personnel to create and maintain a culture where safety is the top priority.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career safety professional who wants hands-on experience in the rapidly growing data center industry while working alongside experienced construction and safety leaders.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans that support safe and successful project execution.
• Conduct field audits, site inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards and proactively address potential safety concerns.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and site-specific safety requirements.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor activities to verify adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Lead investigations into incidents, near misses, and safety observations, helping identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing training to promote awareness and accountability across the jobsite.
• Maintain accurate records of audits, permits, incident reports, training documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Partner closely with project managers, superintendents, engineers, and trade partners to integrate safety into every phase of construction.
• Foster a strong safety culture by building relationships in the field and encouraging proactive hazard identification and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance jobsite safety, efficiency, and compliance.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field.
• Current OSHA 30 and OSHA 510 certification.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
• Ability to conduct safety audits, inspections, and job hazard analyses.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage field personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to investigate incidents and help implement corrective actions.
• Willingness to spend significant time in the field supporting active construction operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or field experience supporting commercial, industrial, mission-critical, or data center construction projects.
• Knowledge of high-risk construction activities such as energized work, crane operations, confined spaces, and fall protection.
• Experience conducting safety training or leading toolbox talks.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Strong desire to grow into a leadership role within construction safety.

This is a Permanent position based out of Beaver Dam, WI.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Beaver Dam,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $50 - $70