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Position Overview

At GCON, safety is not a policyits a promise. As a Safety Engineer, you will play a critical role in protecting our people while supporting the successful delivery of complex, high-tech, and mission-critical construction projects. This is a highly visible, field-based role for a safety professional who enjoys being embedded with project teams, influencing behavior, and driving a proactive safety culture.

You will serve as a trusted technical resource, trainer, and advocateworking closely with field leadership to ensure every job site operates safely, compliantly, and efficiently. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values collaboration, and wants to grow their career with a construction company that puts people first.

Why GCON?

• People-first culture with a strong commitment to inclusion
• High-visibility role with real impact on job site safety
• Exposure to complex, cutting-edge construction projects
• Collaborative teams and supportive, accessible leadership
• Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding organization

At GCON, safety is more than complianceits how we care for our people.

What Youll Do

Safety Leadership & Field Engagement

• Act as the on-site Safety Representative for assigned construction projects, providing hands-on safety leadership and daily field presence.
• Execute all safety functions across project lifecycles, from mobilization through close-out.
• Partner with project teams to embed safety into planning, execution, and daily decision-making.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Implement and maintain site-specific safety plans aligned with GCONs safety program and OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs), pre-task planning reviews, and project-specific risk assessments.
• Perform regular site safety inspections, identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and follow through to resolution.
• Ensure all required safety records, documentation, and reports are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.

Training & Coaching

• Lead job site safety orientations for all new employees and visitors.
• Deliver and coordinate safety training including (but not limited to):
  • Fall protection
  • Scaffold user training
  • Forklift and mobile elevated work platform (MEWP) training
• Serve as a go-to resource for employees on environmental, health, and safety best practices.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay current on evolving safety laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Support incident investigations and assist with identifying trends and preventive measures.
• Collaborate with the Safety Manager to identify opportunities to strengthen GCONs safety culture and systems.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience in safety engineering or a related safety role in construction
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Comfort using and learning new technologies and safety platforms
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage field teams and leadership
• OSHA 10/30 certification
• Location: Project-Based / On-Site
• Travel: Required (project dependent)

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety certifications such as:
  • Dust Control 310
  • First Aid / CPR
  • HAZWOPER (24-hour)
  • NFPA 70E
  • CHST
  • OSHA 510/500
• Working knowledge of OSHA CFR 1926 or applicable state construction safety regulations
• 2+ years of experience supporting high-tech or mission-critical construction projects (data centers, semiconductor, chip manufacturing)

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This role is primarily field-based and requires the ability to safely navigate active construction sites:

• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and balancing
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Lift and carry up to 40 lbs
• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
• Visual acuity (near, mid, far), depth perception, and color vision
• Ability to hear alarms, radio communication, and conversational speech
• Ability to travel and sit for extended periods during project assignments

Equal Opportunity Employer

GCON is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. GCON is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.

Notice to Employment Agencies & Recruiters

GCON does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or recruiters without a signed agreement in place. Please do not contact hiring managers directly. To inquire about becoming a preferred staffing partner, contact GCONs recruitment team for more information.