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Data Center Construction Safety Manager

Crusoe

Crusoe

United States
USD 135k-170k / year + Equity
Posted on Mar 6, 2026
Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world's most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster.

We're in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution of our time. The demand for AI compute is boundless, and power is a bottleneck. We're solving that — with an energy-first approach that makes AI infrastructure better for the world and faster for the people innovating with AI.

We're looking for problem-solving, opportunity-finding teammates with a sense of urgency, who believe in the scale of our ambition and thrive on a path not fully paved — people who want to grow their careers alongside a team of experts across energy, manufacturing, data center construction, and cloud services.

If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, help our customers and partners advance their AI strategies, and be part of a high-performing team that believes in each other, come build with us at Crusoe.

About This Role:

Crusoe is rapidly expanding hyper-scale AI data center infrastructure in Abilene, Texas and across multiple U.S. campuses. We are seeking an experienced Data Center Construction Safety Manager to lead health, safety, and environmental programs during the most critical and high-risk phases of construction.

This role sits directly at the intersection of heavy industrial construction and mission-critical infrastructure. You will own safety performance during large-scale workforce ramp-ups, heavy equipment operations, and the transition from construction site to live, energized environments. This is a highly visible role partnering closely with construction leadership, general contractors, commissioning teams, and site operations to ensure infrastructure is delivered safely and at a global scale.

What You’ll Be Working On:

  • Program Ownership: Own site-wide health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs for hyperscale data center construction projects.
  • On-Site Oversight: Perform daily walkthroughs focused on high-risk activities including trenching, crane operations, scaffolding, and heavy equipment.
  • Electrical Commissioning Safety: Lead safety oversight during the transition to live power environments, including UPS, switchgear, and generators.
  • Regulatory Enforcement: Enforce strict compliance with OSHA 1926 construction standards and NFPA 70E electrical safety requirements.
  • Permit Management: Review, approve, and manage high-risk permits for Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, and Critical Lifts.
  • Audit & Leadership: Audit general contractor safety programs and lead weekly safety leadership meetings.
  • Safety Metrics: Track and report incident rates, near misses, and leading safety indicators to drive continuous improvement.
  • Emergency Preparedness: Establish and maintain emergency response plans, evacuation routes, and medical response procedures.


What You’ll Bring to the Team:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Experience: 5+ years in heavy industrial construction safety (e.g., oil and gas, power generation, or large-scale manufacturing).
  • Certifications: Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification; First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
  • Technical Mastery: Deep working knowledge of OSHA construction regulations and NFPA 70E, including arc flash boundaries and PPE selection.
  • Operational Ability: Proven ability to influence site leadership and manage safety performance under aggressive project timelines.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to work full-time on active construction sites, including walking long distances, climbing ladders, and working outdoors in varying conditions.
  • Safety and Compliance: This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.


Bonus Points:

  • Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, GSP, or CHST.
  • Prior experience specifically supporting data center construction or commissioning.
  • Experience managing complex Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures for redundant power systems.
  • Proficiency with construction management platforms such as Procore or SafetyCulture/iAuditor.


Benefits:

  • Industry competitive pay
  • Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
  • Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
  • Employer contributions to HSA accounts
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Teladoc
  • 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Subscription to the Calm app
  • MetLife Legal
  • Company paid commuter benefit; $300/month


Compensation Range:

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $135,000 – $170,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Crusoe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.