Senior Safety Coordinator

Atlantic Constructors•Richmond, VA

18d

About The Position

The Senior Safety Coordinator manages safety on an assigned project and ensures a safe working environment that complies with legal and company regulations. The role promotes a safety-conscious culture by providing expert guidance on workplace safety, conducting risk assessments, and delivering training to employees and subcontractors. The coordinator serves as a resource for interpreting and applying safety regulations and as a liaison between the corporate safety office and field operations. The position works in a professional construction-site office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. It also requires walking plant or job sites. Infrequent travel may be required, typically without overnight stays. The role has no supervisory responsibility. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

At least 6 years of experience in industrial construction safety, or an equivalent combination of vocational training and experience.
Associate degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field, or equivalent experience.
OSHA 500 Instructor Certification.
Knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Standards.
Strong ability to communicate safety policies effectively across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Nice To Haves

Prior military experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and other regulatory requirements.
Interpret and apply safety regulations.
Conduct safety training, including OSHA 10/30 and equipment safety training.
Educate employees and subcontractors on proper safety procedures and provide guidance on safety best practices and risk mitigation.
Lead investigations into workplace accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents.
Work with leadership to develop corrective action plans to prevent incidents from recurring.
Report safety-related incidents and compliance issues to corporate leadership.
Conduct regular site safety inspections and hazard assessments.
Identify potential risks and collaborate with project teams to implement solutions.
Recommend continuous safety improvements.
Promote a culture of safety by engaging with project managers and site teams.
Advise company leaders on safety best practices and industry trends.
Act as a liaison between the corporate safety office and field operations.