What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Permit Coordinator / HSE Support Specialist position at Safety Management Group?
Description
SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401(k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.
SMG is seeking a Construction Permit Coordinator / HSE Support Specialist in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives, ensuring that construction activities comply with all applicable safety regulations and site-specific requirements.
Key Responsibilities
SMG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401(k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.
SMG is seeking a Construction Permit Coordinator / HSE Support Specialist in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives, ensuring that construction activities comply with all applicable safety regulations and site-specific requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and issue work permits, including Hot Work, Confined Space Entry (CSE), Trenching, and Safe Work permits.
- Monitor active work areas during the duration of open permits to ensure ongoing compliance.
- Conduct jobsite safety and compliance observations and document findings on time.
- Facilitate corrective actions when safety concerns or non-compliance issues are identified.
- Participate in and represent the contractor or Owner during progress and safety meetings.
- Ensure all permits are aligned with ongoing construction activities and regulatory requirements.
- Promote and support HSE programs by conducting job hazard analyses and identifying risk mitigation strategies.
- Verify and enforce compliance with local, state, federal, and Owner-specific safety standards and protocols.
- Work collaboratively with contractors, subcontractors, and internal teams to uphold a strong safety culture
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction, general industry, environmental, or safety permitting background.
- OSHA 30 – Construction Certification is required within 30 days of hire date.
- Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred)
- In-depth understanding of Confined Space, Hot Work, and general permitting requirements and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work some weekends or flexible hours as required by project demands
- Experience with large-scale construction projects
- Familiarity with site auditing software or digital permit systems
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills in diverse team environments
- Moving about long distances
- Ascending/descending stairs and ladders
- Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
- Working in extreme weather
- Being exposed to loud noises
- Wearing personal protective gear correctly
SMG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.