Safety Coordinator

Clune Construction Company•Washington, DC

28d•$83,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator works with the Regional Safety Manager to ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures and support profitability and productivity on jobsites operating out of their office. The role conducts safety audits, evaluates jobsite safety, and ensures improvements. Working closely with the Risk Management Department, the coordinator helps mitigate claims by prioritizing safety on projects and assisting with incident investigations when necessary. The Safety Coordinator acts as an internal safety consultant to company business units, supports safety planning, participates in company and project safety meetings, and attends outside training to earn additional designations and stay current with industry changes. The role also serves as a professional role model for employees, trade partners, visitors, and vendors.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for discussions with company and trade-partner community members, from field employees to executives.
Strong planning skills to organize weekly and daily schedules, including meetings and walk-throughs.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, including the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
Self-motivation and the ability to independently prioritize and execute short- and long-term objectives.
Timeliness and promptness in serving as a dependable resource to project teams.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and iOS applications.
Good driving record and reliable transportation for project visits.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk or hear, climb stairs and/or ladders, and walk on uneven ground.
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field, or an equivalent combination of 1–3 years of education and experience.
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety standards.
All candidates must provide a resume.

Nice To Haves

Construction OSHA 30-hour certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as an internal consultant to company business units regarding safety.
Ensure employees, trade partners, visitors, and vendors comply with company safety guidelines, project requirements, and local, state, and national safety regulations.
Provide safety guidance during project planning.
Conduct safety audits, evaluate jobsite safety, and ensure improvements.
Work with the Risk Management Department to mitigate claims and assist with incident investigations when necessary.
Attend and contribute to company and project safety meetings.
Attend outside training to obtain additional designations and keep up with industry changes.
Model professional conduct for employees, trade partners, visitors, and vendors.

Benefits

100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage for all dependents, effective day one.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Company-paid and voluntary life insurance plans.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
Flexible spending, dependent care, and commuter plans.
Career development through mentoring, learning and development, and continuing education.
Fitness Program.
Pet insurance.