Safety Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Coordinator to serve on a large civil infrastructure project consisting of a highway and aqueduct waterway channel new build . The Safety Coordinator is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and enforcing site-specific safety programs, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations (including OSHA), and fostering a strong safety culture across all trades and subcontractors. This individual may oversee additional safety personnel and serve as the direct liaison between the site and corporate safety leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary safety officer on site, responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the site-specific Health and Safety Plan (HASP).
• Conduct daily safety meetings and job hazard analysis (JHA) reviews with site crews.
• Perform regular site inspections and audits to identify hazards, unsafe behaviors, and non-compliance with safety protocols.
• Investigate and document all safety incidents, near-misses, and injuries; lead root cause analysis and develop corrective actions.
• Coordinate emergency response plans and conduct regular safety drills.
• Maintain and manage all required safety documentation, reports, permits, training records, and inspection logs.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce safety rules across all personnel, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Train site personnel on OSHA standards, project-specific safety procedures, and safe work practices (including fall protection, trenching, confined space, lockout/tagout, and energized work protocols).
• Monitor environmental conditions such as heat, weather, and wildlife exposure to adjust safety planning accordingly.
• Collaborate with construction management and subcontractors to implement site logistics and traffic control plans that minimize safety risk.
• Act as the liaison with local regulatory agencies during site visits or audits.
• Mentor and oversee junior or assistant safety staff if applicable.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years of construction safety experience , preferably on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Must be a qualified  HSE professional with one of the following active certifications :
  • OSHA 510 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction),
  • OSHA 500 (Trainer Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Construction), or
  • CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician).
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification (required).
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 construction standards.
• Strong ability to lead, communicate, and enforce safety expectations with crews and subcontractors.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions and physically access all areas of the jobsite (e.g., walking long distances, climbing ladders, entering trenches).
• Proficiency in writing incident reports, maintaining safety records, and using digital reporting tools.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CHST, STS, CSP, or other recognized safety certifications
• Experience managing or mentoring other safety personnel
• Experience working with renewable energy EPC contractors or developers
• Knowledge of environmental permitting and SWPPP compliance

Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus