Entry-Level Construction Safety Coordinator

Turner Construction Company (old); Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Wellness benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Turner Construction Company in Buffalo, NY seeks an Entry Level Project Safety Assistant to support EH&S on construction projects. You will help enforce safety policies, assist with training, and aid in the administration of safety programs and records.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn across multiple tasks from pre-task planning to incident tracking. On-site work with potential travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or related field, plus 1 year of related safety experience.
• Basic knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques.
• Familiar with applicable safety regulations and construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with enforcing safety policies and risk management on construction projects.
• Assist with safety program administration, trainings, and record-keeping.
• Review subcontractor safety programs for compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Promote safe work practices and safe working conditions on site.
• Coordinate preconstruction meetings and worker orientation sessions.
• Maintain safety records including JHAs, PTPS, training records, and safety metrics.

Skills

Safety principles

Construction operations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Collaboration tools

Job description

Turner Construction Company in Buffalo, NY seeks an Entry Level Project Safety Assistant to support EH&S on construction projects. You will help enforce safety policies, assist with training, and aid in the administration of safety programs and records.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn across multiple tasks from pre-task planning to incident tracking. On-site work with potential travel is required.