National Safety Director

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

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:

• 15+ years of progressive safety leadership experience in construction, with at least 10 years in a director or senior leadership role.
• CSP, CHST, or other relevant certifications
• Bilingual with the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English
• Data Center Safety Management experience or other mission critical experience

Core Competencies

• Safety Leadership: Champions a culture of safety by modeling safe practices, managing risks, and ensuring the wellbeing of people and operations.
• Leadership & Influence: Inspires trust and motivates others by setting direction, modeling values, and guiding teams toward shared goals.
• Collaboration and Team Development: Builds strong, inclusive teams by fostering trust, leveraging diverse strengths, and supporting professional growth.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Anticipates challenges, analyzes options, and implements effective solutions to achieve desired outcomes.
• Effective Communication: Delivers clear, timely, and tailored messages that promote understanding, alignment, and engagement.
• Accountability and Integrity: Upholds commitments, takes ownership for results, and acts with honesty, fairness, and ethical responsibility.
• Commitment to Continuous Improvement: Seeks opportunities to enhance processes, skills, and outcomes through learning, innovation, and adaptability.
• Cultural Stewardship: Promotes McGough's values of safety, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

OFFICE AND TRAVEL

• Ability to travel nationally, up to 50% of time.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the development, deployment, and oversight of safety programs across the National/Data Center Operating Unit.
• Ensure alignment of operating unit safety practices with enterprise-level frameworks, standards, and policies.
• Partner with project leadership to embed safety planning into execution strategies from pursuit through closeout.
• Collaborate with owner representatives to align project safety goals, ensure client standards are met, and build strong, trusted partnerships.

Organizational Integration

• Report directly to the VP of Corporate Safety, providing visibility and accountability into enterprise-wide safety performance.
• Collaborate with National/Data Center Operating Unit senior leadership to align safety goals with operating strategies.
• Partner laterally with Field Operations, QA/QC, and other functional leaders to ensure seamless execution.

Team Development & Support

• Manage, mentor, and support safety professionals (Safety Managers, Coordinators, etc.) assigned to national projects.
• Build systems of training, development, and succession planning to strengthen the pipeline of safety leadership.
• Provide coaching, tools, and resources to project teams to proactively manage jobsite safety.

System Development

• Create and implement tailored safety systems, protocols, and reporting mechanisms specific to the scale and complexity of data center work.
• Establish auditing, tracking, and continuous improvement processes that ensure compliance and elevate performance.
• Integrate client-specific safety standards into operating unit practices while maintaining consistency with McGough's enterprise framework.

Performance & Culture

• Champion a strong, proactive safety culture across the operating unit.
• Track, analyze, and report on safety performance metrics, trends, and lessons learned to corporate and unit leadership.
• Drive innovation and adoption of best-in-class industry practices for mission-critical and large-scale projects.

Other Duties

• Actively contribute as a member of the Safety Team, collaborating to support shared goals and objectives
• Represent McGough professionally at all events, upholding company standards and serving as a positive ambassador
• Attend company and project meetings, pursuing ongoing personal and professional development to enhance skills and performance
• Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to ensure cohesive project execution
• Actively support and participate in Lean events, promoting the McGough Way and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project success

MEASUREMENT OF SUCCESS

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Recordable Incident Rate (RIR), DART, TRIR performance against corporate and client goals.
• Audit closure rate and timeliness of corrective action implementation.
• % of safety training and certifications.
• Client safety scorecards and evaluations meeting or exceeding expectations.

Key Behavioral Indicators (KBIs)

• Visible and consistent field engagement (e.g., safety walks, site presence, leadership interactions).
• Frequency and quality of coaching provided to safety team members.
• Demonstrated partnership with Operations leadership in pre-task planning and project reviews.
• Proactive identification and escalation of high-risk activities or emerging trends.
• Contributions to cross-unit knowledge sharing, system improvements, and innovation.

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.

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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.