Safety Coordinator - Advanced Tech National Travel

McGough•Remote ND, ND

About The Position

The Safety Coordinator supports McGough’s National Travel – Advanced Technology business and may be assigned to projects throughout the United States, with the employee’s desired location taken into consideration. The position oversees compliance with McGough Environmental, Health & Safety and risk-control policies and procedures on jobsites, directs and enforces project safety, and identifies and controls hazardous conditions that could cause injury or property damage. The coordinator partners with project and safety staff, trade partners, owners, design partners, subcontractors, and suppliers, while mentoring and coaching onsite crews. The role contributes to project safety programs, provides safety leadership and training, conducts site walkthroughs and audits, leads safety meetings, investigates accidents and incidents, participates in OSHA inspections, and maintains jobsite safety records and reports. It also supports collaboration, professional development, Lean events, and continuous improvement across the Safety Team and project stakeholders.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 2 years of building construction safety experience, or equivalent education and experience, with knowledge of safety and environmental principles and techniques.
OSHA 30 training.
First Aid, CPR, BBP, and AED training.
Achieve CHST within 2 years of appointment to the position.
Demonstrated ability to identify known potential exposures and lead corrective actions.
Ability to pass customer-required background and security screenings.
Valid driver’s license with a clear record.
Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and innovative, forward-thinking approach.
Computer literacy and strong computer skills.
Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Thorough and detail-oriented approach.
Ability to prioritize and multitask within time constraints.
Self-starter who is motivated to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

4–7+ years of field-related experience.
Bilingual ability to communicate in Spanish and English.
Healthcare or mission-critical experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with McGough Environmental, Health & Safety and risk-control policies and procedures on jobsites.
Direct and enforce safety on construction projects in line with staffing requirements set by the Safety Director.
Identify, eliminate, and control hazardous conditions using project-specific standards, best management practices, training, and disciplinary techniques.
Partner with Safety Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, foremen, trade partners, and other stakeholders.
Mentor and coach onsite crews and foster relationships that support safety compliance.
Build positive working relationships with Safety Team members, project and jobsite staff, and subcontractor safety representatives.
Contribute to developing and enhancing project safety programs and allocate time and resources to provide safety leadership.
Stop unsafe practices, train workers in correct behavior, and recommend suitable disciplinary action.
Enforce safety programs, policies, and procedures; implement corrective actions consistent with McGough policies, applicable regulations, and owner requirements.
Assist project management personnel with safety, accident, and fire program compliance.
Hold project-start pre-construction planning meetings with jobsite staff and subcontractors to review site safety programs and job hazard analyses and ensure risk-mitigation plans are in place.
Provide technical and administrative direction and participate in OSHA inspections.
Investigate accidents and incidents thoroughly and research safety topics.
Conduct weekly jobsite walkthroughs or audits with Superintendents and foremen to identify hazards and train safe behavior.
Conduct bi-weekly site-wide safety meetings focused on timely and relevant jobsite activities.
Train employees using company-provided safety and hazard-awareness programs.
Recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective procedures.
Perform jobsite inspections and prepare reports; review safety documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Track safety information and identify trends; maintain jobsite-specific safety files and records.
Represent McGough professionally, attend company and project meetings, and pursue ongoing personal and professional development.
Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to support cohesive project execution.
Support and participate in Lean events and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project success.