Base Pay Range
$187,200.00 / yr - $197,200.00 / yr
About Ascendion :
Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.
Ascendion | Engineering to elevate life
We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us :
- Build the coolest tech for world's leading brands
- Solve complex problems - and learn new skills
- Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
- Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience
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Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.
About the Role :
Title : Construction Safety Manager 5
Summary : The Construction Health and Safety Manager will serve as field-level representative for health and safety on state-of-the-art hyperscale data center projects, providing essential oversight and support to General Contractor (GC) teams. This role is designed for a skilled safety professional who can deliver high-level advisory support while fostering a culture of safety excellence that aligns with commitment to achieving high standard of safety performance. You will play a crucial role in establishing and nurturing collaborative relationships across various stakeholders, ensuring that safety practices are not only implemented but also continuously improved through the adoption of industry best practices. Your ability to influence, coach, and share these best practices will be paramount in driving success without direct oversight of GC operations.
Key Responsibilities :
Ensure Compliance with Global Construction Safety Requirements : Verify that GCs adhere to global construction safety policies and high-risk activity management plans, including Safety Performance Standards (SPS) documentation. This includes confirming that GCs maintain comprehensive safety programs such as stretch and flex initiatives, validate the strength of GC's physical and mental health and well-being programs, verify that unique elements of policy are being followed, and ensure that all necessary permits to work are obtained and verified.Conduct Site Observations and Reporting : Perform regular on-site safety observations to assess compliance with safety protocols and identify areas for improvement. Your findings will be documented in comprehensive reports that highlight trends, actionable insights, and recommendations for enhancing safety practices.Engage in Planning Meetings : Actively participate and ensure the quality in Level 1, 2, and 3 - Project, Task, and Field level planning meetings, as well as three-week lookahead planning sessions and daily activity briefings. Your engagement will help ensure that safety considerations are integrated into all project planning and execution phases, providing valuable feedback to GC teams.Guide GC Leadership in Safety Practices : Facilitate training sessions and workshops to educate GC leadership on safety requirements and best practices. You will emphasize the importance of a strong safety culture and performance, encouraging GCs to adopt proactive strategies for hazard prevention and incident management.Supportive Leadership for GCs : Work alongside GCs to ensure their teams are prepared to meet safety expectations. Your approach will be customer-focused, involving transparent communication, active listening, and constructive feedback that fosters a spirit of collaboration and mutual respect.Influence Without Directing : Employ influence and coaching techniques to empower GC teams. Your role is to share best practices and facilitate discussions that lead to innovative safety solutions while allowing GCs the autonomy to manage their operations.Engagement with Multiple Stakeholders : Actively engage with various internal and external stakeholders, including Construction, Quality, Safety, Environmental, Project Coordination, and Supply Chain teams. Your professionalism and strong relationship-building skills will be crucial in ensuring effective collaboration across all levels of the project.Fostering Best Practices : Drive the continuous improvement of safety standards by researching and implementing industry best practices. This includes staying updated on the latest safety trends, regulations, and technologies to enhance safety performance across all projects. Encourage the sharing of knowledge and experiences among teams to cultivate an environment of collective learning and improvement.Embrace a Growth Mindset : Promote a growth mindset within the team and among GCs, encouraging continuous learning, adaptability, and resilience. Support a culture where feedback is valued, and team members feel empowered to take initiative and explore innovative safety solutions.Top 3 Must-Have HARD Skills
Construction Safety Management – 10+ yearsOSHA 1926 & NFPA 70E Compliance – 5+ yearsIncident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis – 5+ yearsQualifications :
Preferred certifications : Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or other relevant safety designations.10+ years of experience in health and safety management, with a focus on construction or project environments, ideally within hyperscale data center projects.Proven track record of engaging effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating a high level of professionalism and strong relationship-building capabilities.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence diverse teams and foster a collaborative environmentSalary Range : $ 1,87,200 - 1,97,200 Annually - Factors that may affect pay within this range may include geography / market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits : The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements : [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [09-10 days / hours of paid time off]
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Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries : Technology, Information and Internet and Construction
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