Safety Coordinator (Winter 2026/Spring 2027 Graduates)

clark; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Construction is seeking a Safety Coordinator to safeguard the health and well-being of thousands of craft workers and project teams across our jobsites. You will work with senior leaders to implement safety policies, manage jobsite risk, and drive Clark's Culture of Care while on active sites.

The role emphasizes collaboration with field supervision on safety aspects, planning lifts, handling hazardous materials, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or master's in occupational health and safety, construction management, or a related field, with expected graduation in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 trained is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement safe working practices and protect wellbeing on sites.
• Enforce safety programs and federal/state/local safety standards.
• Coach employees and trade contractors on safety requirements.
• Develop and implement project-specific safety programs.
• Identify hazards and provide input to mitigate risks.
• Conduct site walks and report safety performance.
• Coordinate complex safety tasks with supervision, including lifts and hazardous material handling.
• Coordinate third-party safety reviews, including OSHA.

Skills

Safety policies

Risk assessment

Team collaboration

Field safety coaching

Regulatory compliance

Education

OSH degree

Construction management

Engineering exposure

Job description

As a Safety Coordinator, you play a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of thousands of craft workers and project team members across our jobsites each day. Embedded within general construction operations or one of our specialized affiliate companies, you will work alongside senior leaders to execute safety policies, manage jobsite risk, and actively drive Clark's "Culture of Care."

Responsibilities

• Implementing safe working practices and ensuring the well-being of everyone is a core value of Clark.
• Enforcing corporate and project-specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state, and local safety standards
• Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and educating to Clark employees and trade contractors on occupation health and safety requirements
• Develop and implement project-specific safety program
• Identify potential hazards and provide immediate input, advice, and direction to mitigate hazardous conditions and assure compliance
• Conduct site-walks and report project-specific safety performance and future plans
• Working closely with field supervision to plan complex safety aspects of the project construction, including critical lifts, hazardous material handling, fire prevention, and evacuation
• Coordinating third-party safety reviews, including OSHA

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) or a master's degree in occupational health and safety, construction management, engineering, or a related field, with an expected graduation in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 trained, preferred

What a Successful Candidate Looks Like

Enthusiasm & Drive: Be punctual and dedicated, staying until work is done. Arrive early for meetings and events. Be a proactive team player - ask how you can help and be present. Take initiative, represent the company professionally (dress, demeanor), and build trust with your team, clients, and stakeholders. Proactively seek ways to contribute to team success, and always maintain a positive attitude.

Delivery & Performance: Reliably meet the expectations of your role and commitments. Understand and follow Clark's standard procedures. Take on new responsibilities, dig into the details, and bring solutions to problems. Take ownership, be accountable, and demonstrate responsiveness with a sense of urgency.

Learning & Growth: Immerse yourself in Clark's culture, your team, and your community. Fulfill Clark Corporate University learning requirements. Be engaged, accountable, and self-directed in your learning - be curious! Continuously build your technical expertise and grow your business acumen.

The Physical Side of the Role:

This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You'll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.

Your Work Environment:

You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you’ll be expected to follow Clark Construction’s safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture:

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines.

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including healt