Entry-Level Safety Coordinator

This job posting is intended for early career professionals with approximately one year or less of industry work experience. Current seniors enrolled in a 4-year college degree program who are graduating within one year are also encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Safety Coordinator shall be responsible for overall administration of the safety guidelines on the Project Site and to grow their own knowledge pertaining to safety and the construction process. They must take an active role in their personal development and seek opportunities to gain experience in the field.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees, conducting project safety “Tool Box” meetings weekly and enforcing safety guidelines utilizing 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/safety materials and first aid supplies are available and utilized, and all safety documents are posted on-site
• Maintain project OSHA 300 log of injuries/illnesses, investigating all reports and coordinating corrective measures
• Conduct safety/health inspections, coordinating responses and compliance reports
• Record/forward copies of all safety-related meetings, programs, citations, etc. to division safety director
• Promote McCarthy’s safety culture.
• Ensure that the procedures outlined in the Site-Specific Safety Manual are implemented on the project.
• Coordinate with project supervision so that necessary personal protective equipment and safety materials are available and are utilized correctly.
• Conduct thorough New Employee Orientations that are organized and clearly communicate the safety hazards/processes of the project.
• Become familiar with McCarthy’s safety compliance reporting and ensure it is completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Organize safety “toolbox” talks that pertain to the work being performed and ensure they are communicated effectively.
• Have a good understanding of the McCarthy Vital Processes II inspections and ensure project participation.
• Develop in the area of hazard identification and the implementation of corrective measures.
• Become familiar with the McCarthy safety guidelines, 29 CFR1926, state, and federal regulations.
• Gain an understanding of the accident investigation process.
• Understand and embody McCarthy’s core values and demonstrate those values in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior internship experience supporting safety efforts of large healthcare or commercial projects, preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
• Ability to work with all construction groups – management, owners, trades, and subcontractors
• Ability to manage/administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse program, investigate/report on injuries/illnesses/near misses and perform other various safety functions on-site
• Excellent communication, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel/relocate full-time required

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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