Safety Coordinator

McGough; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough is seeking a Safety Coordinator to manage and enforce safety programs on construction sites, coordinating with the Safety Team and project personnel to ensure regulatory compliance and incident prevention.

The role requires a 2-year degree in a safety-related field, OSHA 30, CHST target within 2 years, and 4–7+ years of field experience. Bilingual in Spanish and English is highly valued, with strong communication and leadership skills essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-year degree in occupational safety, safety/health, or construction management.
• 4-7+ years of field-related experience in construction safety.
• OSHA 30 training required.
• First Aid/CPR/BBP and AED training.
• CHST within 2 years of appointment.
• Ability to pass background and security screenings.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Safety Team and project staff to enforce safety policies.
• Lead development and enhancement of the overall project safety program.
• Provide safety leadership to assigned project(s).
• Hold pre-construction safety planning meetings with jobsite staff and subcontractors.
• Conduct weekly jobsite walk-throughs and safety meetings.
• Investigate incidents and maintain safety documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Bilingual Spanish/English

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Education

2-year degree in Occupational Safety and Health / Construction Management / Engineering

Job description

McGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.

Safety Coordinator

The primary role of the Safety Coordinator includes the essential functions:

• Overall, McGough Environmental, Health & Safety, and risk control policy and procedure compliance on jobsites
• Direct and enforce safety on a construction project, based on the safety staffing requirements as defined by the Vice President, Safety
• Identify, eliminate and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage using job specific safety standards, best management practices, training and disciplinary techniques
• Partnering Safety Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, Foreman and trade partners.
• Mentoring and coaching onsite crew
• Fostering and building relationships to ensure safety compliance with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 Year Degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, Engineering or related degree
• Minimum 2 years of building construction safety experience or equivalent education and experience with knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques
• OSHA 30 training
• First Aid/CPR/BBP and AED training
• Achievement of CHST is required within 2 years of appointment to this position
• Demonstrated ability to identify known potential exposures and lead implementation of corrective actions
• Ability to pass customer required background and security screenings
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clear record
• 4-7+ years of field-related experience
• Bilingual with the ability to communicate in both Spanish and English

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, innovative and forward thinking
• Computer literate
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Thorough and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Strong computer skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills and computer skills.

Core Responsibilities

McGough Safety Team

• Perform all functions and responsibilities in partnership with McGough's culture, corporate vision, ethics and code of conduct
• Build positive working relationships with Safety Team, McGough project and jobsite staff and trade partner safety representatives
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the overall project safety program
• Manage time and resource allocation appropriately to provide safety leadership to assigned project(s)
• Strive for continued growth of professional knowledge and skills to contribute to the team dynamic

Safety Oversight

• Stop any unsafe practices, train on correct behavior, and recommend suitable disciplinary action
• Enforce safety program and related policies and procedures and implement immediate corrective actions in accordance with McGough, federal, state and local regulations and owner requirements
• Aid project management personnel to ensure compliance with all safety, accident and fire programs, procedures and policies
• At the start of each project, hold pre-construction planning meeting with McGough jobsite staff and subcontractors to review overall site safety program and job hazard analysis for their scope of work, and ensure plans are in place to mitigate risks
• Provide technical and administrative direction
• Involvement in OSHA inspections
• Accident/incident investigation
• Research safety topics

Jobsite Safety & Training

• Conduct weekly jobsite walk throughs/audits with Superintendent/Foremen to identify hazards and train safe behavior
• Conduct bi-weekly site wide safety meetings focusing on timely and relevant activities to the jobsite
• Train employees utilizing company provided safety and hazard awareness training programs
• Recognize hazardous situation and implement corrective procedures
• Thoroughly investigate all incidents and accidents

Tracking & Administrative

• Document all safety documentation in technological platform
• Perform jobsite inspections and prepare reports
• Review all safety documentation/reports for accuracy and completeness
• Track and identify trends
• Maintain job site specific safety administrative files and records

Other Duties

• Actively contribute as a member of the Safety Team, collaborating to support shared goals and objectives
• Represent McGough professionally at all events, upholding company standards and serving as a positive ambassador
• Attend company and project meetings, pursuing ongoing personal and professional development to enhance skills and performance
• Collaborate across departments and with external stakeholders to ensure cohesive project execution
• Actively support and participate in Lean events, promoting the McGough Way and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and project success

OFFICE AND TRAVEL

• Jobsites and/or Field Operations office.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands outlined here are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a workstation or during meetings and travel (by plane or car). The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed, demonstrate dexterity to write and use a computer keyboard and mouse, and possess the ability to hear, speak clearly, and distinguish colors on graphs and charts. The role also requires occasional visits to construction sites, where the employee may be exposed to dust, dirt, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures.