Owner's Representative – Data Center Construction Safety Manager

• Location: Durham, NC
• Partnership: Confidential Data Center Partner
• Employment: Full-Time | On-site
• Schedule: Typically 40 hour per week | 1st Shift (hours worked varies on project needs) | Approved OT paid at 1.5x
• Anticipated Start Date: December 2026/January 2027

At CMI, we're building careers, not just filling project positions.

As one of the fastest-growing safety and risk management firms in the United States, CMI has a strong track record of retaining the majority of our safety professionals beyond their initial assignments.

Our goal is to keep our people working and growing by transitioning them to future projects as opportunities become available. We invest in our professionals for the long term.

About CMI

Compliance Management International (CMI) partners with leading global organizations to deliver safety and risk management solutions on high-profile construction projects.

We value technical excellence, strong leadership, professionalism, and people who understand the importance of collaboration and lasting partnerships.

About the Opportunity

CMI is seeking an experienced Data Center Construction Safety Manager to represent ownership interests on a high-profile, confidential data center project.

Owner's Representative experience is strongly preferred. Candidates with extensive General Contractor (GC) safety leadership experience on mega data center projects will also be considered.

We're looking for professionals who can lead, influence, and collaborate with project teams while maintaining exceptional safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent ownership interests in construction safety and contractor oversight.
• Lead safety initiatives, field observations, audits, and risk assessments.
• Mentor and engage construction teams to promote a positive safety culture.
• Oversee pre-task planning, JSAs, permit processes, and high-risk activities.
• Evaluate electrical safety practices and contractor safety performance.
• Collaborate with project partners and provide clear safety reporting.
• Required Qualifications
• 5+ years of construction safety oversight experience, preferably as an Owner's Representative.
• Data center or mission-critical construction experience required.
• Extensive GC safety leadership experience on mega data center projects will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and electrical safety.
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification completed within the past 5 years.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications & Credentials

• Degree in Occupational Safety or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• BCSP credentials (CSP, CHST, STS-C).
• NFPA 70E training.
• OSHA 510 or OSHA 500 training.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work on active, large-scale construction sites, including extended walking, standing, climbing, navigating uneven terrain, and working in varying weather conditions. Must be able to wear required PPE and lift up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.

Compensation & Schedule

• Base Salary: $115,000–$130,000 annually.
• Workweek: Typically 40 hours | Monday – Friday | First Shift
• Overtime: Approved hours worked beyond 40 per workweek paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.
• Project Duration: Anticipated 2+ years, with potential opportunities for continued assignments.

Location & Commuting

• Candidates within 50 miles of the project site are highly preferred.
• Qualified candidates within approximately a 3-hour driving radius will be considered.
• Daily on-site attendance required.

CMI Benefits

• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (120 hours)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical and prescription coverage with company-supported HRA.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Optional disability coverage and HSA.
• Professional development and potential certification reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.

Benefits are subject to eligibility, plan terms, and company policies.

Join CMI

Exceptional projects require exceptional people.

If you're an experienced construction safety leader looking for competitive compensation, meaningful work, and opportunities beyond a single project, we want to hear from you.

Join CMI. Build partnerships. Build your future.

Project Duration & Employment Disclaimer

The initial project is anticipated to last 2+ years, but construction schedules may change due to weather, permitting, funding, or other project factors. Project duration and continued employment are not guaranteed.

CMI prioritizes retaining our safety professionals and actively seeks future assignments when suitable opportunities are available, based on project needs, qualifications, and business requirements.