​Position Summary 

The Site Safety Representative serves as Nexus’ on-site safety lead for mission-critical data center construction projects. This role ensures contractor compliance with Nexus safety standards, OSHA regulations, and project-specific environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements. The position acts as the client’s safety advocate in the field, proactively identifying risks, promoting a strong safety culture, and ensuring safe execution through all phases of construction and commissioning. 

Position Summary 

The Site Safety Representative serves as Nexus’ on-site safety lead for mission-critical data center construction projects. This role ensures contractor compliance with Nexus safety standards, OSHA regulations, and project-specific environmental health and safety (EHS) requirements. The position acts as the client’s safety advocate in the field, proactively identifying risks, promoting a strong safety culture, and ensuring safe execution through all phases of construction and commissioning. 

Key Responsibilities 

Safety Oversight & Compliance 

• Serve as Nexus’ on-site safety representative and enforce Nexus safety standards. 

• Monitor compliance with OSHA 1926 construction standards and applicable local regulations. 

• Review and verify contractor Safety Plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs). 

• Conduct daily site walks and formal safety audits. 

High-Risk Activity Monitoring 

• Oversee permitting and controls for: 

• Energized electrical work and LOTO 

• Critical lifts and crane operations 

• Confined space entry 

• Hot work 

• Excavation and trenching 

• Work at heights 

• Monitor generator installation, fuel systems, UPS/battery systems, bus duct installation, and commissioning activities. 

Incident Prevention & Reporting 

• Lead or support investigations for incidents, near misses, and property damage. 

• Conduct root cause analysis and verify implementation of corrective actions. 

• Track leading and lagging safety indicators. 

• Provide weekly and monthly safety reports to Nexus leadership. 

Commissioning & Turnover Coordination 

• Support safe system energization and phased turnover. 

• Verify LOTO boundaries and safe sequencing during commissioning. 

• Coordinate hazard mitigation during overlapping construction and live operations. 

Safety Culture & Engagement 

• Participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings. 

• Reinforce stop-work authority. 

• Promote proactive hazard identification and reporting. 

• Support emergency preparedness planning and drills. 

Qualifications 

Education & Certifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred). 

• OSHA 30-hour Construction certification (required). 

• CSP, CHST, or equivalent certification (preferred). 

• NFPA 70E knowledge or certification (strongly preferred) 

Experience 

• 5+ years of construction safety experience. 

• Prior experience on data center, mission-critical, industrial, or large-scale commercial construction projects. 

• Experience with electrical safety, commissioning environments, and high-risk mechanical installations. 

Skills & Competencies 

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction standards. 

• Electrical safety expertise, including LOTO and energized work controls. 

• Ability to influence contractor teams without direct authority. 

• Strong reporting and documentation skills. 

• Excellent communication and field leadership presence. 

• Ability to work in fast-paced, schedule-driven environments.