Data Center Safety Training

Gary R. Lambert

Carson, CA • 310-***-**** • ************@*****.***

Certifications: CHST • CPR, First Aid, AED

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and accomplished safety executive with over 30 years of leadership in construction, environmental health, and industrial safety. Proven track record of reducing incident rates, earning OSHA SHARP designations, and fostering proactive safety cultures on complex, multi-million and billion-dollar projects. Adept at managing high-performing teams, mentoring junior staff, and aligning safety strategy with business goals. Known for integrity, field presence, and executive-level communication. Experienced in overseeing safety for high-level, mission-critical data center builds with zero-margin-for-error standards. Extensive background collaborating with top-tier general contractors including McCarthy, Swinerton, Turner Construction, PCL, Hensel Phelps, Clayco, DPR Construction, Holder Construction, Flatiron, Prime Data Centers, Clune Construction, and HITT Construction.

Extensive experience as a Safety Training Conductor and Consultant, working with organizations such as NATEC International, Yellow Bird Safety, Creation World Safety, and OSCA Refinery Safety Training, delivering high-impact training and consulting services. Held responsibilities as DER (Designated Employer Representative) for all refinery operations, overseeing compliance, testing, and contractor onboarding for high-risk environments.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Safety Leadership

OSHA/Cal-OSHA/SHARP Compliance

Risk Mitigation & Incident Investigation

Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) Programs

Safety Culture Development

Union & Non-Union Site Management

Crisis Response & Emergency Planning

Safety Budget Management

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Mentorship & Staff Development

Mission-Critical & Data Center Safety Operations

Safety Training & DER Responsibilities in Refinery Settings

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Safety Manager / Regional Safety Leader

ACCO Engineered Systems – California & National Projects

March 2016 – Present

Directed safety operations across major mechanical, HVAC, and multi-trade construction projects ranging from $10M to $2.6B.

Played a key role in major infrastructure projects including SoFi Stadium, Levi's Stadium, Dodger Stadium, San Diego Airport (Turner-Flatiron JV), and LAUSD schools.

Oversaw high-risk operations on mission-critical data center builds, coordinating with client security protocols and adhering to zero-downtime standards.

Collaborated with top-tier general contractors including McCarthy, Swinerton, Turner Construction, PCL, Hensel Phelps, Clayco, DPR Construction, Holder Construction, Flatiron, Prime Data Centers, Clune Construction, and HITT Construction on various high-profile projects.

Led safety planning and execution for over 200+ field staff on complex schedules and multiple phases.

Collaborated with OSHA and state agencies to achieve SHARP certification for high-risk jobsites.

Implemented site-specific safety protocols, reducing incidents by 40% over a 2-year span.

Mentored junior safety professionals and foremen, building a pipeline of safety leadership.

Championed CBT training and digital tracking systems to modernize safety compliance.

Corporate Safety Director / Consultant

GJMKM Safety Solutions (Family-Owned Business)

2004 – Present

Co-founded and operated a safety consulting firm providing compliance, risk reduction, and training services for small to mid-sized contractors.

Delivered OSHA 10/30, CPR, and equipment training to diverse client groups.

Advised clients on EMR improvement strategies and incident prevention plans.

Provided consulting and training services to companies including NATEC International, Yellow Bird Safety, Creation World Safety, and OSCA Refinery Safety Training.

Served as Designated Employer Representative (DER) for refinery projects, managing testing programs, compliance, and contractor safety clearance.

Handled client retention, customer satisfaction, scheduling, and outreach.

Provided support on heavy equipment operations and job hazard analysis (JHA).

Senior Safety Manager / Safety Director

Various Construction & Industrial Firms – Southern California Region

2004 – 2013

Managed safety programs on commercial, industrial, educational, and data center projects.

Conducted site audits, risk assessments, and regulatory training to ensure OSHA compliance.

Partnered with foremen and superintendents to resolve safety issues and maintain production goals.

Delivered bilingual safety training and developed customized site safety plans.

Senior Safety Manager / Safety Director

Construction Projects (Union & Non-Union Sites)

1994 – 2004

Provided safety leadership for subcontractors across multiple trades including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.

Conducted daily inspections, maintained documentation, and enforced site-specific plans.

Participated in injury investigations, worked with insurance carriers, and liaised with OSHA inspectors.

Gained hands-on experience that laid the foundation for leadership roles in safety.

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

CHST – Construction Health and Safety Technician

OSHA 30-Hour – Construction

First Aid, CPR & AED Certified

Confined Space Entry & Rescue

Fall Protection Competent Person

Hazard Communication, LOTO, Scaffold, Trenching & Excavation

Heavy Equipment Safety / Forklift / Aerial Lift

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS

SoFi Stadium – $5B stadium project; led field safety on mechanical scope across multiple phases.

Turner-Flatiron San Diego Airport – $2.6B infrastructure expansion; led full-scale safety plan execution.

Dodger & Levi's Stadiums – Oversaw mechanical safety and project coordination in high-pressure environments.

LAUSD / Cal State University – School modernizations with strict compliance and logistical complexity.

Mission-Critical Data Centers – Provided safety oversight for high-security, high-performance environments with live systems and sensitive operational uptime requirements.

Collaborated with: McCarthy, Swinerton, Turner Construction, PCL, Hensel Phelps, Clayco, DPR Construction, Holder Construction, Flatiron, Prime Data Centers, Clune Construction, HITT Construction

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

ASSP – American Society of Safety Professionals

National Safety Council – Member

OSHA Partnership Programs – Participant on SHARP-designated projects

REFERENCES

Available upon request

-Relocation Available

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