Field-Based Construction Safety Coordinator

Wright-Ryan-Construction,-Inc.; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock ownership

Annual bonus plan

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and AD+

Job summary

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to foster a proactive safety culture across our Maine projects. You will work with the Director of Safety to implement and monitor the safety program, ensuring OSHA and regulatory compliance on-site and in-field activities.

The role requires hands-on field work, travel 3–4 days per week, and collaboration with project teams, subcontractors, and safety partners. OSHA 30 and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive safety experience in construction.
• OSHA 30-hour construction certification preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and applicable federal/state safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams, superintendents, and subcontractors to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Travel to project sites to perform safety evaluations, identify hazards, implement immediate corrections, and complete formal audit reports in collaboration with the Director of Safety.
• Conduct quarterly inspections of equipment, fall protection systems, ladders, scaffolding, and other critical safety items, documenting findings and ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Assist the Director of Safety with new-hire orientations, safety trainings, root-cause analysis of safety incidents and near-misses, and corrective action reports.
• Support and participate in incident investigations, including evidence collection, interviews, and documentation.
• Deliver toolbox talks and other educational sessions for field personnel and subcontractors.
• Prepare and maintain accurate safety documentation, including inspection reports, audit findings, training and certification records, and corrective action tracking.
• Maintain working knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1926 and related standards) and ensure site compliance through proactive monitoring and coaching.

Skills

Safety culture

Communication skills

Field safety

Team training

Education

Associate degree in safety or related field

High school diploma

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wright-Ryan Construction, Inc. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to foster a proactive safety culture across our Maine projects. You will work with the Director of Safety to implement and monitor the safety program, ensuring OSHA and regulatory compliance on-site and in-field activities.

The role requires hands-on field work, travel 3–4 days per week, and collaboration with project teams, subcontractors, and safety partners. OSHA 30 and strong communication skills are essential.