Entry-Level Project Safety Coordinator - Nevada - Southern Pacific Region
- Military veterans preferred
2025-09-24 McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
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Reno Nevada 89501 United States
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
This job posting is intended for early career professionals with approximately one year or less of industry work experience. Current students enrolled in a 4 year college degree program who are graduating within one year are also encouraged to apply.
The Project Safety Coordinator shall be responsible for overall administration of the safety guidelines on the Project Site and to grow their own knowledge pertaining to safety and the construction process. They must take an active role in their personal development and seek opportunities to gain experience in the field.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor safety efforts of subcontractors and McCarthy employees, conducting project safety Tool Box meetings weekly and enforcing safety guidelines utilizing disciplinary policy
Oversee issuance of new hire safety documents and lead the immersion of new employees and subcontractors into the McCarthy safety culture
Coordinate with project supervision to ensure personal protective equipment/safety materials and first aid supplies are available and utilized, and all safety documents are posted on-site
Maintain project OSHA 300 log of injuries/illnesses, investigating all reports and coordinating corrective measures
Conduct safety/health inspections at least twice/month, coordinating responses and compliance reports with McCarthys insurance company
Record/forward copies of all safety-related meetings, programs, citations, etc. to division safety director
Qualifications
Prior internship experience supporting safety efforts of large healthcare or commercialprojects, preferred
Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field
CHST certification
Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred
Ability to work with all construction groups management, owners, trades and subcontractors
Ability to manage/administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse program, investigate/report on injuries/illnesses/near misses and perform other various safety functions on-site
Excellent communication, organization, decision-making and problem-solving skills
McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
