HBS Construction Operations - Safety Coordinator

Henderson Companies•Lenexa, KS

About The Position

Position Summary: The Safety Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s commitment to creating a safe and secure work environment for all employees. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in safety management, assisting with the development, implementation and continuous improvement of safety programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health required. Other related degree programs or equivalent combination of training and industry related experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Minimum 1 year of experience in a safety role required, preferably in the construction industry.
OSHA10 or OSHA30 hour course completion required.
Understanding of Federal, multi-state and local construction safety regulations.
Familiarity with construction and general industry practices, processes and standards.
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement necessary corrective measures.
Excellent team collaboration and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including managerial courage.
Ability to recognize areas of safety concern and proactively recommend process improvements.
Excellent ability to establish and foster effective professional relationships with others, including employees at all levels of the organization, vendors and contractors.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Work is performed in a variety of settings, including on project sites as well as in the office.
Prolonged periods of remaining stationary at a desk and working on a computer.
Ability to move about construction worksites frequently.
Routine driving on project sites required.
Ability to traverse uneven surfaces, climb ladders, bend, kneel, stoop, lift.
Valid driver’s license required.
Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Other industry specific certifications preferred.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
Paid Training for Professional Development (We’ll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We’ve got you covered.)
Paid Term Life and Disability (We’ve got your family covered, too.)
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)