Job Summary
The Safety Coordinator II is responsible for independently leading and managing safety operations at both the division and project site levels. This role serves as a trusted technical safety resource to operational leadership and field personnel, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and customer safety requirements. The Safety Coordinator II plays a critical role in strengthening the Company’s safety culture, leading complex incident investigations, and driving continuous improvement across all safety programs and initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Partner with operations leadership to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and programs.
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Serve as a subject matter expert on safety-related matters, providing technical guidance and support to supervisors, employees, and project teams.
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Promote and reinforce a proactive, high-performance safety culture through coaching, mentoring, field engagement, and leadership presence.
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Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations, industry standards, Company policies, and customer requirements.
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Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or imminent hazards threaten employees, the public, equipment, or property.
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Identify safety trends, recurring hazards, and systemic risks, and recommend effective corrective and preventive actions.
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Coordinate and deliver safety training programs, compliance initiatives, and educational resources to support workforce development.
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Conduct safety inspections, audits, jobsite evaluations, and compliance reviews to ensure adherence to safety standards and best practices.
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Lead investigations involving accidents, incidents, injuries, and near-misses, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
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Maintain accurate safety records, reports, metrics, and documentation to support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement efforts.
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Participate in special projects, program development initiatives, and process improvement activities related to workplace safety.
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Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills and Abilities
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all organizational levels.
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Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
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Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
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Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and influence skills.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related business software applications.
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Thorough understanding of occupational safety regulations, standards, and best practices.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
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Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and maintain accurate documentation.
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Ability to effectively plan, coordinate, and execute work assignments to meet deadlines.
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Willingness and ability to travel as needed to support field operations and project sites.
Education / Experience
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Minimum of four (4) years of occupational health and safety experience in an industrial environment, preferably within the construction industry.
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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College coursework or specialized training in Occupational Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or a related field is strongly preferred.
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Must possess, or be able to obtain within one (1) year of hire, one or more of the following professional safety certifications:
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Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
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Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)
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OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510
Licenses / Certifications
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Valid California Class C Driver’s License with the ability to maintain insurability under the Company’s insurance carrier requirements.
Physical Requirements
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Prolonged periods of standing, walking, climbing, bending, and working in outdoor environments.
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Ability to frequently traverse active construction and industrial worksites.
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Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
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Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work in varying weather and site conditions.
Work Environment
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Work is performed in both office and field environments, including active construction and industrial job sites.
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Exposure to moving mechanical parts, uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and other typical construction site conditions.
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Position may require extended hours, weekend work, and travel based on operational needs.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
