Safety Coordinator: Launch Your Construction Safety Career

Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

CNC Foundations is seeking a motivated Safety Coordinator to join our construction safety team and launch a rewarding career under the guidance of experienced leaders. You will support safety programs across jobsites, shops, and yards nationwide, collaborating with operations and HR.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate or early-career professional with a passion for safety, excellent organization, and strong communication abilities; travel to sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health or a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technology-based systems.
• Ability to present information and conduct training professionally.
• Willingness to travel to jobsites across the country when needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the Safety Training Matrix for all trades and positions.
• Assist with developing, tracking, and documenting employee safety training.
• Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training sessions.
• Ensure safety records, certifications, and compliance documentation remain current.
• Assist with risk management initiatives to reduce injuries, property damage, and losses.
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Support safety dashboard, OSHA logs, EMR data, and risk metrics.
• Support on-site safety for active projects when required.
• Manage safety-related paperwork and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with contract management for site safety compliance.
• Maintain safety records in Procore Safety Hub and other platforms.
• Promote safe equipment operation practices among field personnel.
• Assist onboarding safety requirements for new hires.
• Support employee certification and training record management.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field

Job description

CNC Foundations is seeking a motivated Safety Coordinator to join our construction safety team and launch a rewarding career under the guidance of experienced leaders. You will support safety programs across jobsites, shops, and yards nationwide, collaborating with operations and HR.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate or early-career professional with a passion for safety, excellent organization, and strong communication abilities; travel to sites will be required.