David McKeegan

Provide executive EHS leadership across data center and mission-critical construction projects, supporting high-risk electrical installations and large-scale infrastructure delivery. Drive execution of EHS programs across complex, multi-project environments, ensuring safe, consistent execution of: • Safe management of electrical and energized systems in accordance with NFPA 70E • Effective contractor safety performance across multi-tier delivery models • Structured planning and control of high-risk activities (LOTO, work at height, critical lifts) • Alignment of safety expectations across owners, general contractors, and project teams Lead enterprise-level EHS strategy while integrating quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC), commissioning, and energy control programs to support safe construction, energization, and startup of mission-critical facilities. Establish corporate policy, performance standards, and operating frameworks aligned with client requirements, insurer expectations, and global regulatory obligations. Partner with data center developers, hyperscale clients, and Tier 1 general contractors to ensure consistent execution across geographically distributed projects in North America. Drive the transition from reactive safety management to proactive, risk-based operational leadership, enabling scalable growth, improved operational consistency, and safe, scalable delivery of complex, high-risk construction programs.

Performed independent electrical safety audits across multiple hyperscale data center construction sites for Google, supporting compliance, risk validation, and safe execution of energized systems during active construction and commissioning phases. Key contributions and impact: • Conducted detailed field audits evaluating compliance with electrical safety requirements, including NFPA 70E, Google standards, and general contractor programs • Assessed high-risk activities involving energized electrical work, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and energization readiness • Provided independent verification of electrical safety program implementation across multiple Tier 1 general contractors and project teams • Identified gaps in compliance and execution, delivering actionable recommendations to improve electrical safety performance and risk controls • Supported consistent application of electrical safety standards across geographically distributed data center developments

Directed global EHS strategy for a leading data center developer, supporting multi-site developments across 3+ regions, including North America, Europe, Asia, and South America. Served as the organization’s senior EHS executive, positioning safety as a core business function and elevating it from field support to a strategic driver of risk management, operational readiness, and tenant confidence. Key contributions and impact: • Led EHS oversight across global data center development projects, supporting high-risk electrical installations, energization, and commissioning activities • Established enterprise-wide programs, including the Energy Marshal framework and global control audits, driving accountability and ensuring safe startup and energization readiness • Governed contractor safety performance across multi-tier delivery models, embedding OSHA, NFPA 70E, ANSI, and international standards into all phases of delivery • Standardized high-risk work processes (energized work, crane operations, confined space, LOTO), ensuring consistent global execution across contractors and third-party consultants • Directed incident response, root cause analysis, and corrective action programs, strengthening organizational learning and long-term risk mitigation • Partnered directly with hyperscale clients and tenants to align safety expectations and support seamless transitions from construction to operations • Reinforced organizational credibility with key clients including Microsoft, Amazon Web Services, and Meta Platforms by delivering safe, scalable project execution

Promoted from Senior EHS Manager to Mission Critical EHS Director based on performance, expanding oversight across multiple hyperscale data center construction projects for Google. Directed EHS strategy across nine hyperscale data center projects, delivering safety leadership at scale within complex, high-risk construction environments. Key contributions and impact: • Led EHS execution across multi-site data center programs, governing safety performance across 6,000+ personnel and subcontractors while supporting high-risk electrical installations, energized work, and commissioning activities • Governed contractor safety performance, regulatory compliance, and execution of high-risk work (confined space, crane operations, LOTO, energized systems) • Implemented structured incident response systems, root cause analysis (RCA), and corrective action programs across regional operations • Served as the primary EHS interface with Google’s corporate safety leadership, aligning owner expectations with contractor execution • Positioned EHS as a critical driver of project delivery, strengthening accountability, contractor performance, and client confidence

Led site-level EHS execution on a hyperscale data center project for Google, supporting high-risk construction and commissioning activities. • Developed and implemented core safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), energized work readiness, and hazard control processes • Ensured compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and NESC standards across field operations • Drove workforce engagement and training initiatives to establish a proactive safety culture across subcontractors and trades • Led incident investigations and root cause analysis, improving field readiness and reducing repeat risk exposure • Positioned EHS as an operational enabler, supporting safe execution, commissioning readiness, and overall project success

Led enterprise-wide Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) strategy for a major electrical contractor, supporting large-scale construction, prefabrication, and active infrastructure operations across high-risk environments, including early involvement in mission-critical and data center infrastructure projects. Established and scaled corporate EHS programs aligned with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, ANSI, and environmental standards, creating a unified system for compliance, incident management, and regulatory readiness across multiple regions. Key contributions and impact: • Directed safety performance across high-density, high-risk construction environments, with a focus on electrical safety and energized systems supporting mission-critical infrastructure • Supported EHS execution on projects involving data center and critical power systems, contributing to safe installation, energization readiness, and operational reliability of mission-critical infrastructure • Led OSHA inspections and external audits, maintaining compliance while strengthening operational risk controls and public safety performance • Developed and implemented KPI-driven performance systems, root cause analysis (RCA) protocols, and corrective action programs to improve safety outcomes across business units • Integrated EHS into project planning and execution cycles, aligning safety with client expectations and long-term operational objectives • Acted as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, embedding EHS into enterprise risk management and organizational growth strategy • Advanced Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and regulatory compliance programs across operations, reinforcing safe execution of high-risk electrical work

Founded and led a high-growth EHS consulting firm serving the oil & gas, construction, and heavy industrial sectors across the U.S. and Latin America, supporting high-risk operations and critical infrastructure environments. Built and scaled a portfolio of services including compliance auditing, risk assessment, safety management systems, and workforce training, growing the business to over $23M in annual revenue with operations in Texas and Mexico City. Key contributions and impact: • Led EHS programs across high-risk industrial environments, including energy and infrastructure projects requiring strict regulatory compliance and operational discipline • Directed large-scale compliance audits, safety program implementations, and executive-level advisory engagements for clients in oil & gas and heavy industrial sectors • Developed and deployed OSHA-, NFPA-, and ANSI-aligned safety systems across enterprise and project-level operations • Advised executive leadership on crisis management, regulatory readiness, and risk mitigation strategies in complex, high-consequence environments • Built and managed client relationships across multiple regions, delivering scalable EHS solutions in both domestic and international markets

Held a leadership role overseeing EHS operations and consulting services for a nationwide safety and risk management firm, supporting clients across industrial, commercial, construction, and hospitality sectors. Key contributions: • Led operational strategy and client service delivery across multiple industry verticals, supporting regulatory compliance and high-risk environments • Drove business growth, generating over $2M in annual revenue through strategic client acquisition and service expansion • Directed OSHA compliance audits, site inspections, and risk assessments, helping clients reduce liability exposure and improve safety performance • Served as the primary EHS representative during OSHA inspections and incident investigations • Developed and implemented safety programs covering LOTO, confined space, and emergency response preparedness

• Led corporate EHS programs across commercial construction projects, overseeing regulatory compliance, LOTO, and high-risk safety operations • Developed and implemented safety systems aligned with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and industry standards

Progressed through multiple safety leadership roles across large-scale construction projects, including aviation, federal, and commercial developments. • Supported EHS execution on major projects including airport expansions, federal facilities, and large commercial builds • Developed foundational expertise in high-risk construction environments, including electrical safety, LOTO, and regulatory compliance • Advanced from field-level safety roles into project safety leadership positions across multiple regions