Safety Coordinator (Winter 2026/Spring 2027 Graduates)

Clark Construction Group•Chicago, IL

15h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Safety Coordinator, you play a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of thousands of craft workers and project team members across our jobsites each day. Embedded within general construction operations or one of our specialized affiliate companies, you will work alongside senior leaders to execute safety policies, manage jobsite risk, and actively drive Clark’s "Culture of Care." Implementing safe working practices and ensuring the well-being of everyone is a core value of Clark. Safety coordinators are responsible for assisting in the administration of Clark’s Safety, Health, and Environmental program to ensure a safe and healthy environment for Clark employees, trade contractors, and the surrounding community.

Requirements

Pursuing an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) or a master's degree in occupational health and safety, construction management, engineering, or a related field, with an expected graduation in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027
Passion and interest in the construction industry
Be punctual and dedicated, staying until work is done.
Arrive early for meetings and events.
Be a proactive team player – ask how you can help and be present.
Take initiative, represent the company professionally (dress, demeanor), and build trust with your team, clients, and stakeholders.
Proactively seek ways to contribute to team success, and always maintain a positive attitude.
Reliably meet the expectations of your role and commitments.
Understand and follow Clark's standard procedures.
Take on new responsibilities, dig into the details, and bring solutions to problems.
Take ownership, be accountable, and demonstrate responsiveness with a sense of urgency.
Immerse yourself in Clark's culture, your team, and your community.
Fulfill Clark Corporate University learning requirements.
Be engaged, accountable, and self-directed in your learning – be curious!
Continuously build your technical expertise and grow your business acumen.
Ability to communicate effectively
Visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 trained, preferred

Responsibilities

Enforcing corporate and project-specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state, and local safety standards
Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and educating to Clark employees and trade contractors on occupation health and safety requirements
Develop and implement project-specific safety program
Identify potential hazards and provide immediate input, advice, and direction to mitigate hazardous conditions and assure compliance
Conduct site-walks and report project-specific safety performance and future plans
Working closely with field supervision to plan complex safety aspects of the project construction, including critical lifts, hazardous material handling, fire prevention, and evacuation
Coordinating third-party safety reviews, including OSHA