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Safety Specialist– Mission Critical / Data Center Projects
Location: Smithville, MO
Project Type: Mission Critical / Data Center Construction
Duration: 6-12 months
Schedule: Monday–Friday with frequent Saturdays (50-60hrs a week)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: Based upon experience and certifications
Position Overview
Progressive Safety is actively seeking experienced BCSP-certified Construction Safety Professionals to support large-scale data center construction projects near Smithville, MO. These projects support an electrical contractor and offer the opportunity to work on complex, fast-paced mission-critical construction environments.
This role is ideal for a hands-on safety leader who enjoys being active in the field and partnering closely with project leadership. The Safety Professional will help drive a proactive safety culture by conducting site audits, supporting high-risk work planning, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and project safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct routine site safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and project safety requirements.
- Identify hazardous conditions or unsafe behaviors and work with project leadership to implement corrective actions.
- Support planning for high-risk construction activities through participation in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), and safety planning meetings.
- Lead and support toolbox talks, safety orientations, and safety presentations for project teams and contractors.
- Maintain all required site safety documentation, including inspection reports, incident reports, training records, and safety metrics.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns and assist with documentation and reporting requirements.
- Partner with project leadership, subcontractors, and client representatives to promote a strong safety culture across the project.
- Provide emergency response support when required and assist with incident investigation and corrective actions.
- Utilize technology platforms such as Procore, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Teams to maintain project communication and safety documentation.
Required Qualifications
- 3 years of experience working as a safety professional in a construction environment
- BCSP Certification Required: CHST, ASP, or CSP
- NFPA 70E
- OSHA 30 Construction Certification
- Experience conducting site audits, safety inspections, and safety training in active construction environments
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with project leadership and safety management
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence safe work practices on site
- Proficiency with construction technology platforms and Microsoft Office tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting data center, mission-critical, or large commercial construction projects
- Experience working with electrical contractors or complex trade environments
- Familiarity with digital safety platforms such as Procore or similar construction management systems
Work Environment
This position supports active large-scale data center construction projects requiring frequent field presence, jobsite inspections, and interaction with multiple contractors and trades. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment while maintaining a proactive and solutions-focused approach to safety.
Salary : $110,000 - $160,000