Safety Coordinator

Progressive Safety; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem available for qualified cand.

Job summary

Progressive Safety is seeking a Safety Coordinator for a large-scale data center project in the Milwaukee area. The role focuses on maintaining a strong safety culture, conducting field safety walks, and supporting OSHA compliance on a mission-critical site.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of construction safety experience, OSHA 510, and OSHA 10/30 certifications. Per Diem is available for qualified candidates and growth opportunities are strong within a high-profile project.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of construction safety experience on large commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• OSHA 510 certification.
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications.
• Strong communication skills for field crews and teams.
• Ability to organize and manage safety documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily jobsite safety walks and inspections.
• Identify hazards and work with field leadership to resolve issues quickly.
• Support enforcement of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Work with project managers, foremen, and craft workers to promote safe practices.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and assist with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

1+ year construction safety experience

OSHA 510

OSHA 10 & 30 certifications

Strong communication skills

Documentation management

Education

OSHA certifications

Job description

Project Type: Mission-Critical Data Center Project

Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday work. Working 50-60hrs a week

Employment: Full time

Duration: 12-36 months

Per Diem: Available for qualified candidates

Progressive Safety is partnering with a leading national contractor to hire a Safety Coordinator for a large-scale data center construction project in the Milwaukee area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction safety professional early in their career to gain experience on one of the most sought-after project types in the industry—mission-critical data centers.

If you have at least one year of construction safety experience and want to work on a fast-paced, high-profile project while continuing to develop your safety leadership skills, this role offers tremendous growth potential.

You’ll work closely with experienced safety leaders while playing a key role in keeping crews safe and operations running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

As a Safety Coordinator, you’ll be an active presence in the field helping maintain a strong safety culture across the job site.

Your responsibilities will include...

Field Safety Oversight

• Conduct daily jobsite safety walks and inspections
• Identify potential hazards and work with field leadership to resolve issues quickly
• Support enforcement of OSHA regulations and company safety standards
• Work with project managers, foremen, and craft workers to promote safe work practices
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and address potential risks before work begins
• Serve as a go-to safety resource for crews on site

Safety Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain safety documentation including:
• inspection reports
• safety meeting records
• Assist with incident and near-miss investigations
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective action planning
• Provide support during emergency response situations if needed

Training & Engagement

• Assist with new-hire safety orientations
• Support toolbox talks and ongoing safety training initiatives

What We’re Looking For...

Required

• 1+ year of construction safety experience working on large commercial, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects
• OSHA 510
• OSHA 10 + OSHA 30 certification
• Basic knowledge of OSHA construction safety regulations
• Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with field crews
• Ability to stay organized and manage documentation in a fast-paced environment

Preferred

• Experience supporting mechanical, industrial, or mission-critical construction projects
• CPR / First Aid certification
• HAZWOPER 40
• Safety certifications such as CHST, GSP, or ASP

Why This Opportunity Is Unique

• Work on a major mission-critical data center project
• Data center experience is highly valued across the construction industry and can significantly accelerate your safety career.

Learn from experienced safety leaders

You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals who will help you develop your technical and leadership skills.

Be part of a high-performing team

Your work will directly impact the safety and success of a complex, high-profile project.

Mission-Critical Construction Experience

High-Impact Role on a Major Project

If you're looking to build your career in construction safety while gaining experience on complex projects with tremendous career advancement opportunities, this is your chance to take the next step! We look forward to meeting with you.

Progressive Safety is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.