Safety Coordinator

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Safety Coordinator to oversee safety guidelines on construction projects, with travel to field sites required.

This role focuses on implementing safety programs and growing knowledge of the construction process. You will lead toolbox talks, manage safety documentation, and coordinate with supervision to ensure PPE, first aid supplies, and compliance with 29 CFR1926.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years' experience managing safety on construction projects.
• Ability to travel/relocate full-time required.
• Excellent communication, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees.
• Conduct project safety toolbox talks weekly and enforce guidelines.
• Oversee site safety documents and new hire safety orientations.
• Coordinate PPE and safety material availability on-site.
• Maintain OSHA 300 log and investigate injuries/illnesses.
• Promote McCarthy's safety culture across projects.
• Ensure compliance with Site-Specific Safety Manual.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy's reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Project Safety Coordinator is responsible for overall administration of the safety guidelines on the project and to grow their own knowledge pertaining to safety and the construction process. They must take an active role in their personal development and seek opportunities to gain experience in the field. Travel to projects as part of the Central Region will be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees, conducting project safety "Tool Box" meetings weekly and enforcing safety guidelines utilizing disciplinary policy
• Ensure that the procedures outlined in the Site Specific Safety Manual are implemented on the project site
• Oversee issuance of new hire safety documents and lead the immersion of new employees and subcontractors into the McCarthy safety culture
• Coordinate with project supervision to ensure personal protective equipment/safety materials and first aid supplies are available and utilized, and all safety documents are posted on-site
• Maintain project OSHA 300 log of injuries/illnesses, investigating all reports and coordinating corrective measures
• Conduct safety/health inspections, coordinating responses and compliance reports
• Record/forward copies of all safety-related meetings, programs, citations, etc. to division safety director
• Promote McCarthy's safety culture.
• Ensure that the procedures outlined in the Site-Specific Safety Manual are implemented on the project.
• Coordinate with project supervision so that necessary personal protective equipment and safety materials are available and are utilized correctly.
• Conduct thorough New Employee Orientations that are organized and clearly communicate the safety hazards/processes of the project.
• Become familiar with McCarthy's safety compliance reporting and ensure it is completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Organize safety "toolbox" talks that pertain to the work being performed and ensure they are communicated effectively.
• Have a good understanding of the McCarthy Vital Processes II inspections and ensure project participation.
• Develop in the area of hazard identification and the implementation of corrective measures.
• Become familiar with the McCarthy safety guidelines, 29 CFR1926, state, and federal regulations.
• Gain an understanding of the accident investigation process.
• Understand and embody McCarthy's core values and demonstrate those values in interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
• 1+ years' experience managing safety efforts on construction projects
• Ability to work with all construction groups – management, owners, trades, and subcontractors
• Ability to manage/administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse program, investigate/report on injuries/illnesses/near misses and perform other various safety functions on-site
• Excellent communication, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel/relocate full-time required

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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