Health And Safety Consultant - Owner's Rep

Intuitive Safety Solutions (ISS) · United States

Health & Safety Consultant – Owner’s Representative

Local Candidates Only

Job Type: Contract Consulting

Duration: 12 months with potential extension

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week

Location: On-site – Jackson, Georgia

Travel/Relocation: Local candidates only; relocation/travel candidates will not be considered

Position Overview

Intuitive Safety Solutions (ISS) is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Consultant (HSC) – Owner’s Representative to provide dedicated, on-site health and safety oversight for a large-scale data center construction project in Jackson, Georgia.

This is a senior-level consulting position requiring much more than technical safety knowledge. The successful candidate will be a highly visible field leader who can quickly build credibility with construction management, contractors, safety professionals, and project leadership while independently representing the owner’s health and safety expectations.

The HSC will monitor construction activities, assess General Contractor (GC) compliance with project health and safety requirements, applicable regulations, and the Construction Safety Management Plan (CSMP), and communicate risks and trends to project leadership.

The HSC serves as an independent monitor and advisor and does not assume responsibility for the General Contractor’s safety program.

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptional Communicator – Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to connect effectively with field personnel through senior management.
• Visible Field Leader – A boots-on-the-ground Owner’s Representative who is consistently present, engaged, and accessible in the field.
• Relationship Builder – Develops trust and productive working relationships across contractors, project teams, and all levels of management.
• Strong Leader – Leads by example, establishes clear expectations, and promotes accountability.
• Owner’s Representative Mindset – Understands how to protect the owner’s interests while maintaining collaborative relationships with the project team.
• Influential Leader – Creates buy-in and drives accountability through credibility, communication, and relationships rather than relying solely on authority.
• Proactive Problem Solver – Identifies emerging risks early and brings practical, solutions‑oriented recommendations to the team.
• Adaptable – Integrates quickly into new teams, projects, and site environments.
• Culture Builder – Helps create a positive safety culture in which people are engaged and accountable.
• Big-Picture Thinker – Understands how field‑level safety observations and trends connect to overall project performance and risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily construction activities to assess compliance with project Health & Safety requirements, the General Contractor’s CSMP, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Conduct routine field inspections, safety observations, and Critical Risk Area (CRA) inspections to identify hazards and verify required controls.
• Observe High-Risk Activities (HRAs) and verify that appropriate control measures are established before and during work.
• Maintain a highly visible presence in the field and proactively engage contractors, safety personnel, supervisors, and project leadership.
• Document safety observations, inspections, incidents, and corrective actions in Procore and maintain accurate project records.
• Monitor the General Contractor’s incident management process, including corrective action tracking and follow‑up verification.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority when an imminent danger or unsafe condition presents an immediate risk to personnel, property, or the environment.
• Participate in construction meetings, safety briefings, and stakeholder discussions and provide timely safety updates to project leadership.
• Analyze safety data and field observations to identify trends, recurring risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Communicate significant safety concerns clearly and promptly to appropriate project leadership.
• Support project-specific safety reporting, documentation, and performance metrics.
• Deliver professional presentations, reports, and briefings to project management when required.
• Build productive relationships across multiple contractors, disciplines, and levels of management while maintaining the independence of the Owner’s Representative role.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback that supports accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following education and experience requirements:

Option 1 – Degree + Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced technical degree in Health & Safety Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related health and safety discipline; and
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience implementing or supporting health and safety management programs within industrial, civil, construction, or technology‑related construction environments.

OR

Option 2 – Experience in Lieu of Degree

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience implementing or supporting health and safety management programs within industrial, civil, construction, or technology‑related construction environments.

Additionally, candidates must possess:

• Strong construction health and safety knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a field‑based construction environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Professional presence and the ability to communicate effectively with field personnel, contractors, construction management, and senior leadership.
• Strong relationship‑building and influencing skills.
• Ability to identify risks, evaluate field conditions, and communicate practical solutions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize project safety and construction management systems.
• A working laptop capable of running Microsoft Office applications and accessing project systems.
• Ability to provide personal safety footwear appropriate for the construction environment.
• Must be local to the Jackson, Macon, or South Atlanta, Georgia area .

Preferred Qualifications

• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification strongly preferred.
• Previous experience serving as an Owner’s Representative or third‑party safety consultant.
• Data center or other large‑scale technology construction experience.
• Experience supporting complex projects involving multiple General Contractors, subcontractors, or concurrent workstreams.
• Experience managing or providing safety oversight across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience presenting safety performance, trends, or recommendations to construction and executive leadership.
• Strong coaching mindset with the ability to influence behavior without directly managing contractor personnel.

This is an on‑site, field‑focused position supporting an active construction project in Jackson, Georgia.

• Monday–Friday
• 40 hours per week
• Five-day workweek
• No overtime anticipated or available
• Approximately 12-month assignment with potential extension
• Local candidates only
• Basic PPE, including safety vest, hard hat, and safety glasses, will be available on site.
• Consultant is responsible for providing appropriate safety footwear.
• Consultant must provide their own working laptop with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other standard business applications.

The project utilizes Procore for safety reporting and documentation. Familiarity with Procore is preferred, and consultants should be comfortable learning and utilizing the platform as part of their daily responsibilities.

The consultant will be responsible for supporting and completing:

• Daily site safety monitoring and field observations
• Procore safety observations and documentation
• Critical Risk Area (CRA) inspections
• High‑Risk Activity monitoring
• Corrective action tracking and verification
• Daily and monthly safety reporting
• Safety trend identification and analysis
• End‑of‑day and project status briefings
• Timely escalation of significant safety concernsAccurate project safety documentation and records

Authority & Owner’s Representative Role

The Health & Safety Consultant functions as an independent safety monitor and advisor representing the owner’s interests .

The consultant’s responsibilities include observing, assessing, documenting, reporting, escalating safety concerns, providing recommendations, and exercising Stop Work Authority when necessary due to imminent danger.

The consultant does not direct contractor personnel, manage the General Contractor’s safety program, or assume responsibility for implementation of the contractor’s Construction Safety Management Plan. Responsibility for contractor safety programs and implementation remains with the applicable contractor.

Intuitive Safety Solutions (ISS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. ISS is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all employees and consultants are treated with dignity and respect.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Intuitive Safety Solutions (ISS) does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, search firms, or other third-party vendors. Only approved partners with a current written agreement and specific authorization from ISS may submit candidates for consideration.

Any unsolicited or unauthorized submission does not establish an agency relationship, candidate ownership, right of representation, or fee obligation on the part of ISS.