Field Safety Coordinator

Stevens Engineers & Constructors has an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Field Safety Coordinator to join our Chicagoland Operations Team. This individual will be responsible for assisting the Operations Safety Manager and Project Managers in planning, coordinating, implementing, and maintaining health and safety at field offices and project worksites. The ideal candidate will be results driven; have a client-focused approach; work well independently and as part of the project team; and be willing to travel.

Stevens offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an excellent benefit package. This is a perfect career opportunity to join an experienced group of professionals that are committed to providing our customers quality project results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Screen projects and project sites before work commences, identifying safety-related risks.
• Inspect active project sites to evaluate ongoing work conditions to guarantee compliance
• Work with project management teams and field workers to implement and device solutions to safety-related issues on project sites.
• Investigate specific incidents and complaints to identify improvement strategies.
• Present safety information to employees and management.
• Apply knowledge related to construction workplace hazards and accident prevention on the job sites.
• Communicate with external resources such as hospitals, local fire departments, and rescue teams, so that the proper emergency personnel are available.
• Review accident reports and document accidents using the proper forms and protocols, inspect facilities.
• Engage in worker safety orientation and training.
• Conduct tests of environmental and workplace quality factors to comply with Federal, State and local regulations regarding air quality and other potential hazards.
• Research and present data related to employee accidents and hazards.
• Install or oversee the installation of safety devices and protective equipment.
• Lead workshops and interventions to improve safety behaviors and equipment usage.
• Inspect machinery and safety devices to ensure their proper operation and worker protection.
• Completion of documentation associated with safety inspections, accident/incident follow-up, employee safety orientation and training.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, subcontractors, and clients.

Required Skills

• Good Communication Skills - the ability to communicate effectively both written and oral.
• Good listening skills – the ability to listen effectively and receive feedback from the employee perspective without passing judgment.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations relating to the specific trade or activity being managed.
• Good organizational and recordkeeping abilities – the ability to maintain good records of all safety-related activities.
• Expertise in the specific skilled trade or type of work the company does will assist the construction safety manager in being able to design and implement solutions for the company.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Proactive, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to resolve project issues or conflicts.
• Proficiency in use of a personal computer and software programs such as MS Excel, Word, and Outlook, Predictive Solutions software.
• Provide a strong presence at assigned job sites.
• Good team player, Self-confident, motivated, and independent.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

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