Senior Safety Coordinator
Atlantic Constructors, Inc. · Richmond, VA · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the Role
The Senior Safety Coordinator will be self-sufficient in managing safety on the assigned project. Responsible for ensuring a safe working environment that complies with legal and company regulations while fostering a safety conscious culture. This role provides expert guidance on workplace safety, conducts risk assessments, and delivers training to employees and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies and other regulatory requirements; serve as a key source for interpreting and applying safety regulations.
- Conduct safety training sessions (OSHA 10/30, equipment safety training, etc.); act as a subject matter expert in safety best practice and risk mitigation strategies; educate employees and subcontractors on proper safety procedures.
- Lead investigations for workplace accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents; work with leadership to develop corrective action plans to prevent recurrence; report all safety-related incidents and compliance issues to corporate leadership.
- Conduct regular site safety inspections and hazard assessments; identify potential risk and collaborate with project teams to implement solutions; provide recommendations for continuous safety improvement.
- Promote a culture of safety by engaging with project managers and site teams; advise company leaders on best practices and industry safety trends; act as a liaison between the corporate safety office and field operations.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in industrial construction safety, or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience.
- Associate's degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- OSHA 500 Instructor Certification.
- Knowledge of OSHA 1926 – Construction Industry Standards.
- Strong ability to communicate safety policies effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
- Preferred: Prior military experience.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
- Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
- Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
- Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
- Vision Insurance Plan
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
- Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
- Wellness Programs
- Company Vehicle & Gas Card
- Phone Allowance
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Work Environment
Works in a professional construction site office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. Physical demands include routine use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines; routine walking of plant/jobsite(s). Travel may require infrequent travel (typically not overnight).