Safety Coordinator

About the role

The Safety Coordinator provides advanced field safety support by assisting with the implementation of company safety policies, managing project-specific safety documentation, and supporting field leadership in maintaining safe, healthy, and incident-free work environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation and enforcement of company safety policies and procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct daily field safety observations and routine inspections to identify existing or potential hazards and verify compliance with safety and risk management requirements.
• Assist project teams in hazard recognition, mitigation planning, and corrective action follow-up.
• Support toolbox talks, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and pre-task planning activities.
• Absorb and enforce safety rules, PPE requirements, and safe work practices.
• Participate in and support incident and injury investigations, including documentation, root-cause review, and corrective action tracking, under the direction of the Regional Safety Manager or Director of Safety.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and documentation related to regulatory inspections, insurance inquiries, or legal matters, as required.
• Support project safety planning and assist with the implementation of site-specific safety programs after contract award.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and site visits (e.g., OSHA, EPA) as required.
• Support and conduct project-specific safety training and assist employees with assigned training requirements.
• Gather, manage, and maintain all project-specific safety documentation, including JHAs, permits, logs, training records, and inspection reports.
• Communicate project safety needs, trends, and concerns to the Regional Safety Manager in a timely and professional manner.
• Submit complete, accurate, and timely daily safety reports through approved safety management systems.
• Spend the majority of the workday in the field supporting active construction operations.
• Represent the company in industry or community safety organizations as assigned.
• Absorb and assist in the development and implementation of safety initiatives or incentive programs as directed.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of construction-related experience
• 2–5 years of safety-specific experience (Preferred)
• Associate degree or equivalent experience in occupational or construction safety
• Specialized training in construction safety
• OSHA 510 certification (Required)
• STS-C, CHST, or other recognized safety certification (Preferred)
• Ability to achieve BCSP CHST certification within 180 days of hire if not already held
• Strong organizational skills with proficiency in safety documentation and reporting
• Effective communicator with the ability to appropriately escalate safety concerns
• Proficiency with computers, mobile devices, and standard office software
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet company driving requirements

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with craft personnel, project leadership, senior management, and clients, including delivering presentations on safety topics.

Skills

• Well-organized, self-motivated, and able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and a positive safety-first attitude in all interactions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus (if applicable)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• First time homebuyer program (if applicable, based off comp)
• Collaborative, high-energy workplace

Pay

Competitive salary and performance bonus (if applicable)

Schedule

Full-time position with some remote work possible