Senior Safety Coordinator (EHS)

Layton Construction; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking a Senior Safety Coordinator to support project teams in implementing environmental, safety, and health standards at the site level.

The role requires a strong foundation in construction safety, OSHA knowledge, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Responsibilities include investigating incidents, conducting safety orientations, and leading safety training.

Qualifications

• BA/BS pref with minimum 3 years in construction or industrial health and safety.
• OSHA 510 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry certificate.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within last 2 years.
• OSHA 30-hour construction training and STS certification.
• Strong communication, organization, and grammar skills.
• Ability to communicate safety instructions in English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Champions "The Layton Way" by delivering predictable outcomes for teams and customers.
• Monitors safety conditions and enforces OSHA and Layton standards and policies.
• Assists ESH Manager in investigating accidents and near misses with initial data.
• Monitors workers' compensation issues and reports timely information.
• Conducts or assists site safety orientations for project teams.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings to highlight safety needs.
• Assists with injury management and cost-effective medical care.
• Conducts industrial hygiene surveys and respirator fit tests as needed.
• Supports VP-Field Operations and HR to ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, and workers' comp law.
• Provides safety training to employees and subcontractor personnel on site.
• Participates in monthly corporate Safety Committee meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Training delivery

Education

BA/BS preferred

Job description

Senior Safety Coordinator

The Senior Safety Coordinator actively supports Layton Construction project teams to ensure the effective implementation of environmental, safety, and health standards at the site level. This role requires a strong foundation in construction safety practices and demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Duties

• Champions "The Layton Way" by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Ensures that "Constructing with Integrity" is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Monitors safety conditions and works with the project team to ensure consistent enforcement of OSHA and Layton Construction standards and policies.
• Assists the ESH Manager in investigating accidents and serious near misses, collecting initial data relevant to the investigation.
• Monitors workers' compensation issues on Layton projects and work closely with the ESH Manager to collect and report timely and accurate information.
• Conducts or assists project teams with site-specific safety orientations.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings for Layton projects, highlighting project safety needs and issues.
• Assists project teams and case managers with injury management to ensure cost‑effective industrial medical care is provided.
• Conducts industrial hygiene surveys as necessary to detect gases and noise and conducts respirator fit tests.
• Provides support as required to VP‑Field Operations and Human Resources to ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Compensation law.
• Provides safety‑related training to employees and subcontractor personnel at the site level as assigned.
• Participates in monthly corporate Safety Committee meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BA/BS preferred with a minimum of 3 years of experience in construction or industrial health and safety programs.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge and documented continuing education in the field of construction safety.
• Must possess a certificate of completion for the OSHA 510 - Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry.
• Certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED, with evidence of completion within the last two years.
• Completed OSHA 30-hour training for construction AND Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, with strong organization and grammar.
• Ability to perform essential job duties accurately and safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Proficient in understanding and conveying English commands, questions, and safety-related instructions.
• Devoted to continuous learning and demonstrates a strong commitment to developing and maintaining core ESH competencies.

Benefits

Layton Construction offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long‑term Disability Insurance, Short‑term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre‑tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

EEO Statement

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.