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Intuitive Safety Solutions (ISS) lists this Safety Consultant – Data Center Construction opportunity in manassas, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Health & Safety Consultant – Data Center Construction
Location: Manassas, Virginia
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Project Duration: Approximately 1 year
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 40 hours per week
Pay Rate: $65.00 per hour
Overtime: No overtime anticipated
Per Diem: $178.00 per eligible day
Paid Time Off: 120 hours
Additional Compensation: Annual retention bonus
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Position Overview
Intuitive Safety Solutions (ISS) is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Consultant to support a l data center construction project near Manassas, Virginia.
This senior-level position will provide dedicated, onsite health and safety monitoring throughout the construction of a large, multi-phase data center campus. The consultant will independently evaluate contractor compliance with project health and safety requirements, applicable regulations, and the project’s Construction Safety Management Plan.
The successful candidate will be a strong safety leader, relationship builder, and professional communicator with experience supporting complex industrial, civil, technology, or mission-critical construction projects. Prior experience with demolition, blasting, and other high-risk construction activities is strongly preferred.
The Health & Safety Consultant serves as an independent safety monitor and advisor. This position does not manage the General Contractor’s safety program or assume responsibility for the contractor’s implementation of project safety requirements.
Project Overview
The project is a major hyperscale data center campus being developed in Virginia. Construction is expected to occur over multiple phases and may include:
Multiple data center buildings
Extensive demolition and site preparation
Blasting and excavation operations
Electrical substations and utility infrastructure
Underground utility installations
Fiber-optic infrastructure
Water and cooling systems
Security and support facilities
High-risk and critical construction activities
Key Responsibilities
Provide daily onsite health and safety monitoring across active construction areas.
Evaluate contractor compliance with project safety requirements, applicable regulations, and the Construction Safety Management Plan.
Conduct routine site inspections, field safety observations, audits, and hazard assessments.
Perform Critical Risk Area inspections and document findings.
Observe high-risk activities and verify that appropriate controls are established before and during the work.
Monitor demolition, blasting, excavation, trenching, and other high-risk operations.
Document inspections, observations, incidents, and corrective actions in Procore.
Maintain accurate, timely, and professional project safety records.
Monitor the General Contractor’s incident management and corrective action processes.
Track corrective actions and verify that identified issues are appropriately resolved.
Exercise Stop Work Authority when an imminent danger or unsafe condition creates an immediate risk to personnel, property, or the environment.
Participate in project meetings, safety briefings, planning sessions, and stakeholder communications.
Provide end-of-day updates, project status briefings, and safety presentations to management.
Analyze project safety trends and identify recurring hazards or performance concerns.
Prepare daily, monthly, and project-specific safety reports and performance metrics.
Escalate significant safety concerns to project leadership in a timely and professional manner.
Build productive relationships with project owners, construction managers, contractors, and field personnel.
Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.
Maintain independence, professionalism, and objectivity when communicating safety observations and recommendations.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or advanced technical degree in Health and Safety Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related health and safety discipline, plus at least three years of experience implementing health and safety management programs in industrial, civil, technology-related, or construction environments
OR
At least five years of experience implementing health and safety management programs in industrial, civil, technology-related, or construction environments
Additional requirements include:
Minimum five years of applicable construction safety experience
Experience supporting large-scale industrial, civil, technology, mission-critical, or data center construction
Demonstrated knowledge of demolition and blasting safety requirements
Experience monitoring high-risk construction activities
Strong understanding of applicable OSHA construction standards
Strong computer, reporting, and documentation skills
Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and other standard business applications
Experience working with General Contractors, owners, construction managers, and project leadership
Ability to develop professional relationships with individuals across multiple roles and levels
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to present safety findings and recommendations to management
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Professional judgment and the ability to determine when issues require escalation
Ability to maintain a consistent onsite presence and work approximately 40 hours per week
Preferred Qualifications
Previous owner’s representative or independent safety consultant experience
Hyperscale data center or mission-critical construction experience
Demolition, blasting, excavation, or heavy civil construction experience
Experience managing or supporting multiple projects simultaneously
Experience using Procore for safety observations, documentation, and reporting
Construction Health and Safety Technician certification
Certified Safety Professional certification
Experience delivering presentations to senior project or company leadership
Leadership and Professional Attributes
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Strong leadership presence
Big-picture thinking
Excellent communication and presentation skills
A professional and well-spoken demeanor
Strong relationship-building abilities
Attention to detail
Sound judgment and accountability
A collaborative, team-oriented approach
A coaching and mentoring mindset
Confidence navigating difficult conversations
The ability to influence safety performance without directly managing contractor personnel
The ability to remain objective and professional in challenging construction environments
Reporting and Technology Requirements
Procore will be used for project safety observations, reporting, and documentation.
The consultant must provide a reliable laptop capable of operating Microsoft Word, Excel, Procore, and other project-related applications.
Strong computer proficiency is required.
Personal Protective Equipment
Basic personal protective equipment will be available onsite, including:
Hard hat
High-visibility vest
Safety glasses
The consultant must provide their own approved safety footwear and any other personally issued equipment required for the assignment.
Compensation and Travel
Hourly pay rate of $65.00
No overtime currently anticipated
$178.00 per diem for eligible travelers
120 hours of Paid Time Off
Annual retention bonus eligible
Mileage reimbursement at the applicable IRS mileage rate
Mileage calculated using the standard approved mapping method
Travel time paid at 50% of the consultant’s standard hourly rate
Per diem provided for eligible mobilization and demobilization travel days
Personal vehicle required for mobilization
Rental car reimbursement is not provided
Per diem eligibility and travel reimbursement are subject to ISS policies and assignment requirements. xavwley
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
ISS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Worksite address
manassas, VA, 20113, US
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