Project Safety Coordinator

Ames Construction Company; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Safety Coordinator, where your expertise will help create a safer work environment. In this pivotal role, you will oversee safety disciplines on construction sites, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and instilling a culture of safety among team members. Your strong communication skills and experience in developing safety plans will be essential as you collaborate with project managers and clients. This innovative firm values its employees and offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of projects across the Southeast. If you are passionate about safety and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety is required.
• Strong communication skills and experience in safety plan implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project safety disciplines and monitor construction operations.
• Implement and maintain the Project Safety Program and conduct training.
• Monitor compliance with safety requirements and assess risk management.

Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Program Implementation

Risk Management

Motivational Skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

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Project Safety Coordinator

Apply locations: Clyde, NC; Kings Mountain, NC; Eastern - NC - Newton; Greensboro, NC; Charlotte, NC

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: JR1430

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is a family-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 75 general contractor.

Project Safety Coordinator

Summary

The Project Safety Coordinator will be responsible for the oversight of the project safety disciplines and monitor day-to-day construction operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Instill Safety as a top priority by monitoring and maintaining a safe work environment
2. Implement and oversee the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures
3. Conduct training, including new hire orientation and safety meetings
4. Monitor all heavy construction work for compliance with safety requirements
5. Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines, and ensure cost control measures are being followed
6. Embody the Ames approach to Safety, being constantly vigilant of conditions and work practices, being empowered to stop all unsafe work
7. Assess risk management and investigate incidents
8. Provide and analyze project safety statistics
9. Assist Project Manager with project setups
10. Communicate with client and subcontractors
11. Collaborate with regional safety team
12. Other duties as assigned

Experience, Education & Skills

1. Degree in Occupational Health and Safety required
2. Strong communication skills both written and oral
3. Experience in creating and implementing written safety plan’s and JSA’s
4. Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills
5. Must have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a security background screening

Working Conditions

1. Travel – These projects are geographically located in the SE
2. Construction Site Environment – physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb as necessary.
3. Office Environment – extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.