Safety Coordinator

Rockford · Memphis, TN · Yesterday

On-siteManagement$5/hrFull-time

About the Role

As a Safety Coordinator at Rockford, you will execute Rockford safety criteria on active jobsites. You will collaborate often with the Senior Safety Manager of Construction to assist in the continued development of specific company/department objectives and strategies that focus on company culture, training, auditing, and awareness. This role reports to the Senior Safety Manager.

Home office location: 601 First Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Job site location: Memphis, TN. This is a full-time, regular position.

Responsibilities

Foster an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Develop, implement, and enforce safety policies, procedures, programs, standards, and design criteria on assigned construction projects
Communicate plans and expectations to all affected Rockford team members, including trade contractors
Perform comprehensive onsite safety assessments of projects
Constantly monitor work operations to assure safety compliance
Participate in pre-construction and handoff meetings as required
Participate in regularly scheduled construction and management meetings, including presentation of safety training topics
Assist in the maintenance of safety files and records
Function as a liaison and maintain relationships outside the company to support and promote safety, health, and risk management programs (e.g., subcontractors, clients, MIOSHA, MIOSHA CET)
Enforce safety policies and recommend appropriate corrective actions to address violations and ensure compliance
Ensure Rockford's policies and procedures are understood and implemented consistently
Provide guidance and direction to trades regarding safety and risk management
Communicate and reinforce Rockford's vision, values, and goals in a positive and professional manner
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety/health or equivalent training, or a minimum of 3 years of construction safety experience
Ability and willingness to travel as needed
CPR/First Aid certification required
Unique ability to de-escalate difficult conversations; willingness to take de-escalation training
OSHA 30 Hour training certificate required
Willingness to become certified in other areas to perform the role
Reliable transportation to travel to assigned project locations for the duration of each project
Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local, and company safety policies
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Working knowledge of MS Office, including strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook
Team-oriented with a willingness to collaborate with construction and safety teams

Environmental Factors

The work environment for this position may subject the individual to hazards commonly associated with construction, including:

High temperatures, humidity, and cold temperatures
Climbing stairs and ladders
Noise, proximity to moving vehicles, atmospheric conditions, close quarters, uneven surfaces, and elevated surfaces
Outside environmental conditions (weather) where protection may not be available
Lifting of 50 lbs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing
Frequent use of mobile equipment and power tools
Personal protective equipment (PPE) including proper footwear, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection (if applicable), high visibility vest, and/or other special clothing required on construction sites

Varied amounts of travel and time away from home should be expected. Extended stays away from home may result depending on the project location.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive healthcare plans
Generous paid time off
Continued learning and training opportunities
On-site health and wellness activities
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work schedules
Access to industry-leading technology
Volunteer time off and opportunities for involvement with local organizations

About Rockford

At Rockford, we're not just in the business of creating buildings—we're creating neighborhoods, businesses, and communities. Rockford is a nationally recognized construction, development, and property management provider ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top 200 contractors in the nation. With regional offices in the Midwest and Southeast, we've built projects totaling more than $5 billion in varying scope and size, serving education, healthcare, hospitality, multi-unit, mixed-use, senior living, manufacturing, and industrial clients. We're delivering forward-thinking ideas with an approach built on safety, teamwork, and a dedication to quality.

Rockford respects and values the characteristics, talents, and perspectives that make each person unique. We believe that by bringing diverse individuals together in an inclusive manner, we can more effectively collaborate, innovate, and solve the problems that face our world. We are committed to creating and fostering a team, partners, and strategies that reflect this purpose.