Safety Manager

Position Overview 

Align offers a wide variety of services centered around the data center white space.  We are a white space fit-out general contractor who manages the entire fit-out of data centers across the country.  Our services include designing layouts, overhead support systems (to support cable pathways and electrical systems), power striping/redundancy planning for distribution from PDUs to cabinet receptacles, conduit pathways, and low voltage structured cable infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a fast-growing, high-impact field.     

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to provide dedicated safety leadership for our data center construction operations. This role ensures that all project activities are planned and executed safely, aligning with our safety management system, regulatory requirements, and client expectations. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in construction safety, especially in high-risk, MEP-heavy, or critical facility environments, and is passionate about preventing serious incidents and driving continuous improvement. 

• This is a full-time position offering a base salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses. 
• This position location is flexible, but we prefer candidates located near these offices: Sterling, VA, Spartanburg, SC, Plano TX and Phoenix, AZ.  
• Candidates should be open to travel outside the region approximately 50% of the time. 

Responsibilities

The Safety Manager will partner closely with the Data Center Design, Procure and Build leadership, project management teams, subcontractors, and client representatives to support safe work planning, verify risk controls in the field, lead training and coaching efforts, and drive our injury-prevention culture throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Perform proactive field engagement and provide strong safety leadership to help prevent serious injuries and eliminate high-potential events 
• Strengthen and standardize safety practices across data center projects, ensuring full compliance with internal procedures and client requirements 
• Maintain an active daily presence in the field through routine safety walks, observations, and coaching conversations 
• Support the development and review of JHAs/JSAs, pre-task plans, and high-risk activity reviews (e.g., hot work, energized work, lifting operations, confined space entry, work at heights) 
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and verification of control measures; ensure timely and effective corrective actions 
• Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations, including root-cause analysis and documented corrective actions 
• Develop and deliver targeted safety training and toolbox talks tailored to site-specific risks 
• Review safety practices and documentation for subcontractors and vendors when applicable 
• Track, analyze, and report key safety metrics, trends, and leading indicators to project leadership 
• Partner with the client on safety expectations, coordination meetings, and sitewide safety initiatives 

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety experience in construction or industrial environments, including prior experience on data center construction projects 
• Direct experience supporting live data centers, critical facilities, or other high-risk or MEP-heavy construction projects 
• OSHA 500/510 Certification is required 
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926/1910, NFPA 70E, hot work standards, LOTO, working at heights, and confined space requirements 
• Proficiency with Procore (preferred) or other safety management software (e.g., HammerTech, QHSE systems, or similar tools) 
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering safety training for craft workers and supervisors 
• Proven track record in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation 
• Ability to effectively coach field teams and influence behaviors without direct authority 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels 
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify patterns, anticipate risks, and propose practical solutions 
• High level of ownership, integrity, and a commitment to a culture of safety excellence 

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional safety certifications such as CHST, CSP, ASP, OHST, or OSHA 3115 
• Experience managing or administering safety programs at the site or organizational level 
• Bilingual communication skills with English and either Spanish or Russian 

To support a fair, consistent, and high-quality hiring experience, some interviews may be recorded. These recordings help our team focus fully on the conversation at hand, rather than note-taking, and allow us to better evaluate and improve our recruitment process. Recordings are used solely for internal purposes such as training, quality assurance, and process improvement. Candidates will be informed in advance and asked to provide consent before any recording takes place.