Safety Coordinator

Overview

The Safety Specialist will focus on creating and enforcing a culture of health and safety for employees, subcontractors, and the general public. This person must be a strong, safety-oriented individual who will collaborate with the Operations team to ensure a work environment that is focused on accident prevention and risk mitigation/management. The Safety Specialist will also provide some training and direction to on-site staff on safety items and plans.

At Brinkmann Constructors, we don't just build buildings - we build community, relationships, and a team that inspires confidence. It's the passion and expertise of our employee-owners that drive our success, pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in the construction industry. By joining our team, you can deliver outstanding results with an industry leader while building your career. Together, let's build a future we can be proud of and make a difference, one construction project at a time. Our purpose is people. Our passion is building.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and Brinkmann employees
• Discuss safety with the on-site Subcontractors Supervisory Personnel
• Coordinate with Project Supervision so that necessary personal protective equipment and safety materials are utilized
• Record and forward copies of all safety related meetings, programs, safety pre-plans, inspections, correspondence, directives, citations, etc. to the Safety Director for tracking
• Coordinate responses and compliance with requirements of inspection reports from Brinkmann’s insurance company
• Conduct documented Project Safety and Health Inspections
• Investigate all injuries and review all accident reports, coordinating corrective measures with Brinkmann employees or Subcontractor Personnel
• Keep current all required safety documents and literature
• Monitor protection of public by minimizing construction hazards
• Monitor maintenance of adequate first aid supplies
• Maintain OSHA 300 log of injuries and illnesses
• Implement Brinkmann safety policies, procedures, and programs
• Work directly with the Safety Manager, project managers, and superintendents to ensure safety is built into every project
• Coordinate compliance with Brinkmann’s Storm Water Pollution and Prevention Plans
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

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• 6+ years Safety Experience
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• Experience managing the safety efforts on large construction projects preferred; prior field experience preferred
• Ability to manage/administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse program, investigate/report on injuries/illnesses/near misses and other to perform other various safety functions on-site
• Ability to work with all construction groups: management, owners, trades and subcontractors
• Must have excellent communication, organizational, decision-making and problem-solving skills

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed outdoors in various weather conditions with exposure to health or safety hazards, including noise level ranging from moderate to loud.
• Physical effort is required, including the ability to walk the job site, climb ladders and scaffolding, lift loads up to 50 lbs., perform hands-on work when necessary.
• While performing the essential functions of this position, the individual will use hands to handle, control or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl.
• Individual work location will change or vary and/or position may require travel.
• Environment will be demanding and fast paced; number of hours typically worked in a workweek

At Brinkmann Constructors, our passion for people means investing in their financial, mental, and physical well-being. Which is why we strive to provide our employee owners with comprehensive and cost-effective options that reflect Brinkmann’s commitment to health and wellness.

WE BUILD YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE

• 100% employee ownership (ESOP)
• annual bonus program
• company-contributed 401K
• competitive salary with annual merit increase

WE BUILD YOUR CAREER

• continuing education reimbursement
• performance tools for added clarity of expectations and responsibilities
• annual performance reviews
• dedicated ambassador for assimilation into Brinkmann culture

WE BUILD YOUR HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA
• paid parental leave
• work-life balance
• seven paid holidays plus three floating holidays to celebrate what holidays are important to you
• paid birthday off
• family-oriented work environment
• service awards with paid sabbaticals and milestone bonuses
• a positive and collaborative work environment
• healthy lifestyle rewards

WE BUILD COMMUNITY

• community involvement 
• team building events
• local volunteer opportunities
• non-profit support and fundraising

No agency submissions will be accepted. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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