Safety Coordinator - Commercial & Industrial - Greenville

HarperGC•Greenville, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator delivers day‑to-day site safety leadership across Commercial and Industrial projects in SC, NC, and VA, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting project teams to achieve measurable safety performance. This role enforces company safety protocols to ensure compliance with federal, state, and location regulations. This role partners with Safety personnel, project leadership, field teams, corporate support services and trade partners to identify hazards, lead incident response, enforce safety standards, and manage safety program execution at the project level while supporting corporate and divisional safety objectives and budget responsibilities. This role supports and empowers project teams to uphold the highest standards of worker health and safety.

Requirements

High level of integrity and ethical judgment.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Resilient and adaptable in fast-paced, high-risk construction environments.
Passionate about continuous improvement and practical safety solutions.
Construction safety expertise with strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and industry best practices.
Decision making authority to stop work and enforce corrective or disciplinary actions when necessary.
Investigation skills to lead root cause analysis and corrective action development.
Training ability to present safety topics to field crews and leadership.
Cross-functional collaboration with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and corporate safety clients, and regulatory bodies.
Ability to influence field behavior and drive accountability without direct supervisory authority.
Experience working on multiple projects and coordinating with other safety personnel.
Experience in leading safety committees and fostering employee engagement.
Proficiency with digital safety platforms and reporting tools; experience with Procore, or similar systems preferred.
Competency in data analysis to identify trends and recommend preventive measures.
Move across active construction sites, including climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolding
Remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a desk or attending meetings
Lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally
Operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers
Communicate effectively in noisy environments, including verbal exchanges with field personnel
Observe and assess safety conditions, requiring near and far visual acuity
Respond quickly to emergencies, which may involve walking, bending, kneeling, or crouching
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when visiting job sites.
2-5 years of experience in construction safety with demonstrated site-level oversight.
OSHA 10/30 Construction (or willing to obtain); First Aid/CPR certification.
In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
Pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Valid driver’s license required; no CDL required.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
CSP, CHST, OSHA500.
Experience with safety management software and reporting tools.
Industry certifications.
Accreditation with one or more professional organizations.
Conflict resolution, coaching, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

Project Site Support Provide daily on-site safety oversight and guidance for assigned projects; conduct job-site safety observations and enforce company safety standards.
Ensure toolbox talks, and pre-task planning is being conducted.
Stop-work authority to address imminent hazards and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Program Execution and Compliance Implement and maintain project-level safety plans consistent with corporate policies and regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA, AHJ, etc.).
Conduct regular site audits and inspections; document findings and track corrective actions.
Review subcontractor safety plans and monitor trade partner compliance.
Trade partner subcontract safety management.
Incident Management Lead or assist in incident investigations, determine root causes, and develop corrective/preventive actions.
Maintain accurate incident records, prepare reports for internal leadership and regulatory agencies as required.
Respond to after-hours incidents and provide on-site leadership during emergency situations.
Training and Communication Promote a culture of safety through communication, recognition, and engagement.
Provide safety orientation and ongoing training (OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, i.e.) for all assigned employees.
Track training completion and maintain training records.
Communicate safety performance, trends, and recommendations to the Safety Manager/s, Operational Leadership, and project teams.
Program Improvement and Budget Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Support corporate safety program updates and provide feedback.
Documentation and Reporting Maintain accurate safety documentation, inspection logs, and inspection records for internal and regulatory purposes.