Project Safety Advisor
Ascendion - South Hill, VA
Hiring: Project Safety Advisor Company: Ascendion Location: South Hill, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 12:45:04 Target Skills & Keywords : Root Cause Analysis, Stakeholder Management About the job Experience: •Expert-level incident investigations and systemic improvement capabilities •Subject matter expert in electrical safety standards •Hyperscale/data center construction safety leadership Required Skills: •We are seeking a Project Safety Advisor (PSA) to support safety across data center and hyperscale construction projects. This hands-on role will identify jobsite hazards, conduct inspections, support incident investigations, and work with contractors and project teams to ensure compliance and promote a strong safety-first culture. •Conduct daily field observations and hazard identification on active construction sites (minimum 3 observations per day or site visit) •Stop unsafe work immediately when conditions warrant, regardless of schedule or cost pressure •Monitor high-risk activities including energized electrical work, LOTO, crane lifts, confined space entry, and commissioning phases •Verify contractor compliance with safety requirements and tiered safety programs •Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis •Lead and participate in incident investigations using established RCA methodologies (5 whys) •Document findings, develop corrective actions, and track implementation to closure Qualifications: •3-5+ years progressive safety experience, preferably in construction environments Compensation: •$147,680 - $158,080 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!