National Safety Director- Data Center

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SAFETY MANAGER

The Director of Safety - National Data Operating Unit provides strategic leadership, oversight, and alignment of all safety management systems within McGough's National / Data Center Operating Unit. This role ensures all national data center projects - from hyperscale campuses to specialized mission-critical installations - meet and exceed McGough's corporate safety standards, client safety requirements, and all applicable regulatory obligations.

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Corporate Safety, the Director partners closely with National / Data Center Operating Unit senior leadership to embed safety culture, practices, and systems into the core of operational delivery. The Director is responsible for shaping and implementing safety systems tailored to the scale and complexity of national data center work, while maintaining consistency with enterprise-wide programs.

The Director leads a team of safety professionals - including Safety Managers, Coordinators, and site-based staff - to manage execution across large, complex national projects. This position drives continuous improvement, proactive risk mitigation, and alignment with industry-leading practices and client-specific safety expectations.

Qualifications : Required :

• Bachelor's degree in safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive safety leadership experience in construction, with at least 5 years in a director or senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety management systems, and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing safety teams.
• Ability to pass customer required background and security screenings
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clear record

Preferred :

Core Competencies

OFFICE AND TRAVEL

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Leadership & Oversight

Organizational Integration

Team Development & Support

System Development

Performance & Culture

Other Duties

MEASUREMENT OF SUCCESS

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Key Behavioral Indicators (KBIs)

Physical Requirements :

The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.

Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is $138.700- 167.500, excluding fringe benefits or potential bonuses. If you join McGough, your final base salary will be determined by several factors, including geography, location, skills, education, and experience. Furthermore, we place significant value on pay equity among our current team members as part of any final job offer.

Please note that the range provided above reflects the hiring range for this role. Hiring near the top end of this range would be atypical, as we aim to allow room for future salary growth. Additionally, McGough offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. This includes insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. We also provide generous retirement plans, voluntary benefit plans, parental leave, substantial paid time off, and holiday pay.