Safety Coordinator

Safety Coordinator | Data Center Construction Location: New Albany, OH Start Date: ASAP Duration: 3-Month Project Engagement Type: 1099 Contractor Compensation Pay Rate: $48 - $51 per hour Pay Frequency: Weekly Per Diem: None Available Schedule Hours: Approximately 40 - 50 hours per week Schedule: Monday - Friday, with possible Saturdays as project needs require Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM The Opportunity We are seeking a proactive, field-focused Safety Coordinator to support precast concrete erection operations on a large-scale data center construction project in New Albany, Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for a safety professional who thrives in an active construction environment and understands that effective safety leadership requires more than completing paperwork. The successful candidate will maintain a visible presence in the field, identify hazards before they become incidents, and provide real-time coaching to crews performing high-risk construction activities. Working closely with the onsite Fabcon team, the Safety Coordinator will support daily safety initiatives, monitor changing site conditions, and help ensure that work is completed safely and in accordance with project requirements. What You’ll Be Doing Conduct and document daily Job Safety Analysis (JSA) reviews Perform routine field observations and safety inspections Monitor and maintain barricades, restricted areas, and controlled work zones Perform fire watch activities as required by site operations Support spotting operations and critical lifting activities Identify unsafe conditions, behaviors, and emerging hazards Provide immediate safety coaching and corrective guidance to craft personnel Assist with daily safety documentation and compliance reporting Support the onsite Fabcon Safety Representative with project safety initiatives Communicate safety expectations clearly and professionally Promote compliance with OSHA standards and site-specific safety procedures Help maintain a proactive, accountable, and incident-free safety culture Required Qualifications Current OSHA 30 Construction certification Current CPR certification Current First Aid certification Previous experience supporting safety operations on an active construction site Strong knowledge of construction hazards and safe work practices Ability to conduct field observations and maintain accurate documentation Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills Ability to work effectively with craft personnel, supervisors, and project leadership Willingness to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as required Preferred Experience Experience involving any of the following is highly valued: Precast concrete erection Critical lifts and crane operations Barricade and work-zone management Fire watch responsibilities Spotting operations Large-scale data center construction High-risk construction activities Skills and Knowledge The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of: Construction Safety | OSHA Compliance | Hazard Recognition | JSA Reviews | Field Inspections | Precast Erection | Critical Lifts | Fire Watch | Spotting Operations | Risk Assessment | Safety Documentation | Safety Coaching This role is best suited for someone who is confident engaging crews in the field, capable of addressing safety concerns in real time, and committed to helping every worker return home safely at the end of the day. Equal Opportunity Fabcon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors. #J-18808-Ljbffr