Safety Administrator

Clarkson Construction Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarkson Construction Company in Kansas City is seeking a Safety Administrator to support the safety department's daily operations, maintain records, coordinate training, and assist onboarding in a fast-paced construction environment where safety is a core value.

The role requires strong organization, effective communication with field and office teams, and a commitment to OSHA compliance, incident documentation, and safety reporting.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative experience, preferably in construction or safety.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and construction safety terminology.
• Strong written and verbal communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety records, certifications, and training logs.
• Assist onboarding paperwork and qualification tracking.
• Support OSHA, DOT, MSHA compliance and safety policies.
• Schedule training sessions and maintain training matrices.
• Assist with site audits, inspections, PPE tracking, and safety postings.

Skills

Administrative experience

OSHA knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Clarkson Construction Company is a leading firm in the heavy civil construction industry with a proud history of delivering complex infrastructure projects across the Kansas City region. Our portfolio spans site development, grading, paving, and bridge construction, underscoring our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Clarkson Construction Company offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where innovation and hard work are recognized and rewarded. We believe in investing in our employees through professional development and advancement opportunities. Join us and be a part of a team that shapes the infrastructure in and around one of America's most vibrant cities.

Job Summary

The Safety Administrator will support the daily operations of our safety department. This role plays a key part in maintaining compliance, organizing safety documentation, coordinating training records, supporting onboarding, and supporting field operations with administrative safety functions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates effectively with field and office personnel, and thrives in a fast-paced construction environment where safety is a core value.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Administration & Compliance

• Maintain and organize safety records, certifications, training logs, and compliance documentation.
• Assist with onboarding paperwork, safety orientation records, and employee qualification tracking.
• Support compliance with OSHA, DOT, MSHA (if applicable), and company safety policies.
• Track and monitor safety-related deadlines including certifications, inspections, medical cards, and training renewals.
• Prepare and distribute safety reports, metrics, and meeting documentation.

Incident & Claims Support

• Assist with incident reporting, documentation gathering, and claim file organization.
• Maintain records related to near misses, injuries, property damage, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate communication between field personnel, HR, insurance representatives, and safety leadership as needed.

Training & Communication

• Schedule and coordinate training sessions and certification classes.
• Maintain employee training matrices and ensure records are current and accurate.
• Assist in preparing safety materials, presentations, and toolbox talks.
• Communicate professionally with field crews, project teams, vendors, and subcontractors.

Operational Support

• Assist with jobsite audits, inspections, and safety documentation requests.
• Support equipment, fleet, and PPE tracking processes.
• Order and maintain safety supplies, PPE inventory, and office materials.
• Help ensure projects maintain required safety documentation and postings.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of administrative experience preferred, ideally in construction, safety, logistics, or industrial environments.
• Experience working in construction or heavy civil industries is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and construction safety terminology preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

Clarkson Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.