Safety Coordinator

Schnabel Engineering•West Columbia, SC

20d•$65,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a dedicated Safety Coordinator for its Columbia, South Carolina office. This full-time role supports projects across North America and may involve extensive travel, including field assignments lasting several days or weeks. The position requires at least 40 hours per week, with additional hours based on project needs and candidate availability. The Safety Coordinator works collaboratively with the Health and Safety Officer (HSO), the Risk Management Team, and the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), supporting safety, risk, and compliance functions. The role includes field safety oversight, training, safety planning, inspections, audits, documentation, and regulatory compliance support. Schnabel is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm specializing in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. The company has more than 700 employees across over 32 U.S. offices. The compensation range for this position is $65,000–$90,000; compensation may vary based on geographic location and other factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field, or equivalent related experience in lieu of a degree.
U.S. citizenship due to government contract requirements.
0–2 years of professional experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong writing skills.
Good organizational skills and ability to multitask.
Positive attitude.
Strong work ethic and desire to learn.
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, including assignments that may last several days or weeks.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift 60 pounds and physically negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders, and work outside.
Ability to pass a background check, which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
Direct professional experience in a construction setting.
OSHA 30-hour Training, or completion within 90 days of hire.
ASP, GSP, CSP, or CHST credential, or progress toward one.
2+ years of professional experience.
Nuclear gauge safety or DOT hazmat training.

Responsibilities

Report to the Health and Safety Officer (HSO).
Assist the HSO and Risk Management Team in carrying out company safety policies and procedures and support Safety, Risk, and Compliance functions.
Provide limited-duration safety oversight at exploration or construction sites to meet client requirements; assignments are typically less than one week but may be longer.
Assist the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) with management of nuclear gauges to ensure regulatory compliance.
Develop and conduct safety training on processes, procedures, and reporting protocols.
Develop site-specific health and safety plans and activity hazard analyses to satisfy client requirements.
Perform safety inspections and audits on projects.
Interpret safety rules and regulations and provide guidance.
Assist the HSO with safety documentation and reporting.
Assist the HSO with safety prequalification documentation.
Assist with questions about regulatory frameworks and assess compliance with OSHA, EPA, CDC/NIH, and state and local regulations.
Work autonomously, exercise independent judgment, and seek responsibility.