Safety Coordinator III

The Opportunity

The Safety Coordinator III leads complex audits, investigations, and risk assessments on our larger and higher-risk projects. You will provide advanced technical and leadership support in the field, and mentor the junior safety staff coming up behind you.

This is the advanced level in the coordinator path. You will run the risk assessments that show where our exposure actually sits and present findings to safety management, take the investigations that need real diagnosis, and keep the company aligned with Occupational Safety and Health guidelines. You will also draft training materials and train staff on protocols and preventative measures.

What You'll Do

Lead the Complex Work

• Lead complex safety audits and inspections on larger and higher-risk projects.
• Lead investigation of complex incidents, accidents, and near-misses, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Run risk assessments on work areas and present findings and reports to safety management.
• Detect, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions on the projects you cover.

Support and Mentor the Field

• Provide advanced technical and leadership support to field teams and crews.
• Mentor junior safety staff, sharing technique, judgment, and troubleshooting approach.
• Provide guidance to employees on safety procedures and compliance.

Build and Deliver Training

• Draft and update safety training materials.
• Train staff on safety protocols and preventative measures.

Hold Compliance and Improve

• Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations, and keep the company aligned with Occupational Safety and Health guidelines.
• Collaborate with departments to develop and implement safety programs and initiatives.
• Support development and communication of emergency response plans.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training, and incident documentation.
• Participate in safety meetings and committees, offering insight and recommendations.
• Stay current on industry best practices and evolving safety trends.

Qualifications

Required

• Associate's degree.
• Three (3) to four (4) years of experience in safety-related roles.
• OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, and First Aid and CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• STS-C certification.
• OSHA 510 certification.
• IVES Train the Trainer certification.
• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other safety staff.

We recognize that experience comes from many paths. An equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience that results in successful performance of the job is welcomed. Additional education may substitute for required experience on a one-for-one year basis, or vice versa.

Work Environment

This is a field-based role performed on active construction sites, both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to weather and jobsite conditions. The role involves lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, crawling, working at heights, and working in confined spaces, and requires wearing personal protective equipment. Expect a fast-paced environment that calls for focus and sound judgment under pressure.