Safety Coordinator

Schnabel Engineering•Lakewood, CO

2d•$65,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a dedicated Safety Coordinator for its Denver, Colorado office. This full-time role supports projects across North America and may involve extensive travel. The position requires a minimum of 40 hours per week, with additional hours based on project needs and candidate availability. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and motivated, works collaboratively, and values a strong company culture. The Safety Coordinator supports the Health and Safety Officer (HSO), Risk Management Team, and Safety, Risk, and Compliance functions. The role includes site safety oversight, safety training and documentation, development of site-specific health and safety plans and activity hazard analyses, project inspections and audits, and assistance with nuclear gauge management and regulatory compliance. The position requires field work and travel, potentially for several days or weeks at a time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field, or equivalent related experience in lieu of a degree.
U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements.
0–2 years of professional experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat software.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong writing skills.
Good organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to learn.
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several days or weeks.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift 60 pounds and physically negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.
Ability to pass a background check, which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
Direct professional experience in a construction setting.
OSHA 30-hour Training, or completion within 90 days of hire.
ASP, GSP, CSP, or CHST credential, or progress toward one.
2+ years of professional experience.
Nuclear gauge safety or DOT hazmat training.

Responsibilities

Report to the Health and Safety Officer (HSO).
Assist the HSO and Risk Management Team in carrying out company safety policies and procedures and supporting Safety, Risk, and Compliance functions.
Provide limited-duration site safety oversight at exploration or construction sites to meet client requirements; typical assignments are less than one week.
Assist the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) with managing nuclear gauges to ensure regulatory compliance.
Develop and conduct safety training on processes, procedures, and reporting protocols.
Develop site-specific health and safety plans and activity hazard analyses to satisfy client requirements.
Perform safety inspections and audits on projects.
Interpret safety rules and regulations and provide guidance.
Assist the HSO with safety documentation, reporting, and safety prequalification documentation.
Assist with questions about regulatory frameworks and interpret and assess compliance with OSHA, EPA, CDC/NIH, and state and local regulations.
Work autonomously, exercise independent judgment, and seek responsibility.