Senior HSE Program Coordinator (Calgary)

Squarespace, Inc; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Extended Health Care

Dental Care

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Group RRSP matching

Share program eligibility after one年

Job summary

Synergy Projects Ltd. in Calgary seeks a Senior HSE Program Coordinator to administer and continuously improve the Health, Safety & Environment program. The role combines office administration with regular travel to active construction sites, reporting to the HSE Manager.

You will develop safety policies, monitor statistics, maintain COR certification, coordinate training, and support the Safety Committee. A strong safety background and industry knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• NCSO Certification is required.
• OHS Certificate and/or degree in Occupational Health & Safety is an asset.
• Gold Seal Construction Safety Coordinator designation is an asset.
• Minimum 5-7 years of construction safety experience, preferably in commercial construction.
• Strong knowledge of OH&S legislation and industry best practices.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, safety inspections, and audits.
• Experience in training employees and mentoring/coaching.
• Knowledge of WCB claims management and return-to-work programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct project safety inspections and audits.
• Attend safety meetings and participate in hazard assessments.
• Assist Site Superintendents with developing site-specific emergency response plans.
• Enforce Occupational Health & Safety legislation and company policies.
• Provide health and safety information and guidance to employees.
• Liaise with subcontractors, clients, and project safety representatives as required.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Manage and coordinate the Safety Training Program.
• Schedule and facilitate employee safety training with internal and third-party providers.
• Maintain training records in the safety management system.
• Conduct safety orientations for new field and office staff.
• Support coaching, mentoring, and safety awareness initiatives across project teams.
• Review and investigate workplace incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Administer WCB claims and related documentation; coordinate return-to-work programs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Incident investigations experience

WCB claims knowledge

Coaching and mentoring

ISNetworld familiarity

Education

National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) Certification

OHS Certificate or degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Gold Seal Construction Safety Coordinator designation (asset)

Tools

ISNetworld

ComplyWorks

Avetta

CQN

Job description

The Company

Synergy Group of Companies (SGC) is an integrated organization created to provide clients with all of their commercial construction, interior build-out, and real estate investment and development needs. We accomplish this through seven business units that operate in three core divisions: Commercial Buildings, Innerspaces, and SynVest.

Part of SGC’s Commercial Buildings division, Synergy Projects Ltd. (SPL) is an Alberta-based, full-service construction firm specializing in general construction, design-build, and construction management services. SPL is focused on the commercial construction market, including major and structural construction and tenant improvements, and has been in business for more than 30 years as the original construction arm within SGC.

Job Title: Senior HSE Program Coordinator (Calgary)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a Senior HSE Program Coordinator to join our Calgary team. This position is responsible for administering and continuously improving Synergy Projects' Health, Safety & Environment program.

This is an opportunity to take ownership, grow your leadership, and be part of a company that celebrates success together.

About the Role

Reporting to the HSE Manager, the Senior HSE Program Coordinator supports the effective administration of Synergy Projects’ Health, Safety & Environment program through safety planning, compliance monitoring, COR maintenance, and training coordination. Working closely with project teams and field leadership, this role helps ensure safe operations and compliance with both regulatory and company safety requirements.

This role combines office-based administration with regular travel to active construction sites.

Health, Safety & Environment Program

Support continuous improvement initiatives for the company safety program.

Develop, update, and maintain safety policies and procedures.

Monitor and analyze safety statistics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Provide timely reporting and recommendations to management regarding safety performance and regulatory changes.

Assist in the administration and compliance of the company safety program.

Coordinate procurement and distribution of PPE to employees.

Maintain COR certification through internal audits and program reviews.

Provide leadership and support to the company Safety Committee.

Site Safety Support

Conduct project safety inspections and audits.

Attend safety meetings and participate in project hazard assessments.

Assist Site Superintendents with developing site-specific emergency response plans.

Enforce Occupational Health & Safety legislation and company safety policies.

Provide health and safety information and guidance to employees.

Liaise with subcontractors, clients, and project safety representatives as required.

Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or violations of safety requirements are identified.

Training & Development

Manage and coordinate the company's Safety Training Program.

Schedule and facilitate employee safety training through internal and third-party providers.

Maintain training records within the online safety management system.

Conduct safety orientations for new field and office employees.

Support coaching, mentoring, and safety awareness initiatives across project teams.

Review and investigate workplace incidents and recommend corrective actions.

Administer WCB claims and related documentation.

Coordinate rehabilitation and return-to-work programs for injured employees.

Maintain accurate records and reports related to incidents and claims management.

Qualifications

National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) Certification required.

OHS Certificate and/or post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety is considered an asset.

Gold Seal Construction Safety Coordinator designation is considered an asset.

Experience & Skills

Minimum 5-7 years of construction safety experience.

Experience in the commercial construction industry.

Strong knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety legislation and industry best practices.

Experience conducting incident investigations, safety inspections, and audits.

Previous training experience with the ability to coach and mentor employees.

Knowledge of WCB claims management and return-to-work programs.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

High attention to detail and ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email, and web-based systems.

Experience with contractor prequalification systems such as ISNetworld, ComplyWorks, Avetta, or CQN is considered an asset.

Working Conditions

Approximately 60% field/site work and 40% office-based administration.

Regular travel to project sites is required.

Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle are required.

Exposure to active construction environments, including walking, climbing, lifting, and complying with PPE requirements.

Extra time may be required to meet project and reporting deadlines.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At Synergy, you'll work alongside experienced construction professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional projects for our clients. You'll play a direct role in helping win new work, supporting major pursuits, and contributing to projects that shape communities across Alberta.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive compensation and benefits

Benefits include Extended Health Care, Dental Care, Employee Assistance Program, and Life Insurance

Group RRSP matching

Share program eligibility after one year of service

Professional development and training opportunities

Social events such as bowling, Christmas parties, family BBQs, golf tournaments, and more —the list goes on!

Professional development and training opportunities