Senior Onsite Safety Leader for Critical Projects

martinconcrete; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Concrete Construction is seeking a Senior Onsite Safety Coordinator for the Critical Projects Group to lead field safety on active projects across North Georgia and beyond. You will mentor onsite safety staff, enforce OSHA compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture on demanding construction sites.

The role emphasizes leadership, real-time problem solving, and collaboration with Superintendents, subcontractors, and safety leadership to ensure projects run safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of construction safety experience (preferred).
• OSHA 500 certification and First Aid/CPR training.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety practices.
• Demonstrates leadership, confidence, and sound judgment in fast-paced environments.
• Can coach, mentor, and influence teams at all levels.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiar with reporting tools (HammerTech, Microsoft Office).
• Experience in excavation, fall protection, confined space, silica, NFPA 70E, and LOTOTO preferred.
• CHST/STSC or similar certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite safety professional, supporting Superintendents and project teams
• Oversee and enforce compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and site-specific safety requirements
• Conduct and document weekly safety inspections and ensure timely submission of reports
• Identify hazards, perform daily risk assessments, and take immediate corrective action
• Act as a competent person onsite, with the authority to stop work and correct unsafe conditions
• Review and monitor subcontractor safety programs to ensure alignment with project standards
• Lead and support Toolbox Talks, Stretch & Flex, and daily PTP/JSA meetings in an engaging, team-focused manner
• Communicate safety expectations clearly and professionally with all levels of the project team
• Report and manage all incidents, injuries, equipment damage, or theft in accordance with company protocols
• Coordinate with Safety leadership and Superintendents on corrective actions and safety initiatives
• Maintain accurate and organized safety documentation, inspections, and compliance records
• Ensure jobsite readiness, including PPE compliance, safety supplies, and overall site safety conditions

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA 500

First Aid/CPR

OSHA standards

Coaching/mentoring

Communication

Organization

Technology use (HammerTech, MS Office)

Education

CHST / STSC certification preferred

Tools

HammerTech

Microsoft Office

Job description

Martin Concrete Construction is seeking a Senior Onsite Safety Coordinator for the Critical Projects Group to lead field safety on active projects across North Georgia and beyond. You will mentor onsite safety staff, enforce OSHA compliance, and drive a proactive safety culture on demanding construction sites.

The role emphasizes leadership, real-time problem solving, and collaboration with Superintendents, subcontractors, and safety leadership to ensure projects run safely and efficiently.