Safety Coordinator

Position Summary

The Project Safety Coordinator is responsible for the overall administration of safety guidelines on the project, continuously developing their safety knowledge and construction process understanding. They work closely with project teams, travel to Central Region projects, and are essential to maintaining a safe working environment.

Note:

This position is intended for early‑career professionals with approximately one year or less of industry work experience.

• Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees; conduct weekly toolbox meetings and enforce safety guidelines through disciplinary policy.
• Ensure that the procedures outlined in the Site Specific Safety Manual are implemented on the project site.
• Oversee issuance of new‑hire safety documents and lead the immersion of new employees and subcontractors into the McCarthy safety culture.
• Coordinate with project supervision to ensure personal protective equipment and safety materials are available, utilized, and all safety documents are posted on‑site.
• Maintain the project OSHA 300 log of injuries/illnesses, investigate reports, and coordinate corrective measures.
• Conduct safety/health inspections and coordinate responses and compliance reports.
• Record and forward copies of all safety‑related meetings, programs, citations, etc., to the division safety director.
• Promote McCarthy’s safety culture across all project personnel.
• Conduct thorough new‑employee orientations that clearly communicate the safety hazards and processes of the project.
• Become familiar with McCarthy’s safety compliance reporting and ensure it is completed and submitted on time.
• Organize and communicate safety toolbox talks pertinent to the work being performed.
• Understand and embody McCarthy’s core values and demonstrate them in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop in the area of hazard identification and the implementation of corrective measures.
• Gain an understanding of the accident investigation process.
• Familiarize with McCarthy safety guidelines, 29 CFR 1926, state, and federal regulations.
• Ensure project participation in the McCarthy Vital Processes II inspections.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 1+ years of experience managing safety efforts on large healthcare or commercial projects preferred.
• Ability to work with all construction groups – management, owners, trades, and subcontractors.
• Ability to manage and administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse programs, investigate and report injuries, illnesses, near‑misses, and perform other safety functions on‑site.
• Excellent communication, organization, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel or relocate full‑time within the Midwestern region.