Job ID: 3300714Employment Type: Full-TimeRelocation Assistance Available: Possible for ideal candidate

Safety CoordinatorLocation: Helena, Montana, United StatesWork Arrangement: Onsite

Our Award Winning Client, a nationally recognized leader in construction and materials, is seeking a skilled Safety Coordinator to join their Montana-based team. Known for their innovative and employee-centric approach, they operate with a diverse portfolio across multiple industries.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted resource for employees in the field, implementing and leading safety, health, and risk management programs. The position emphasizes a proactive approach to compliance with OSHA/MSHA and DOT/FMCSA regulations, and you'll spend a majority of your time in the field, directly supporting operations and fostering a culture of safety excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine site visits to monitor and enforce safety practices at jobsites, plants, shops, and pits.
• Lead hazard awareness and corrective sessions, ensuring proper risk assessments and site evaluations are conducted.
• Develop and deliver impactful safety trainings, project-specific safety plans, and engaging employee education programs.
• Oversee and administer company safety initiatives, ensuring alignment with current regulations and technological advancements.
• Facilitate incident investigations, analyze occurrences, and recommend strategies to mitigate future risks.
• Collaborate with construction and transportation teams to develop traffic control plans and ensure safe project execution.
• Maintain detailed documentation of all safety-related activities, including incidents, claims, and compliance reports.
• Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies such as OSHA and MSHA, ensuring company-wide adherence to safety standards.
• Support strategic plans for leadership education, safety culture initiatives, and continuous improvement programs.
• Procure and manage safety equipment and materials while adhering to budgetary constraints.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3–5 years' field-based safety management experience within a heavy-civil construction environment.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging and impactful safety training.
• Strong engagement and influence skills, with an ability to provide professional coaching to diverse teams.
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license, authorization to work in the U.S., and ability to pass pre-employment controlled-substance testing.

Preferred Skills and Certifications:

• Safety certifications such as ASP, CHST, OSHA 510/500, Competent Person Trainings, MSHA Blue Card, or related qualifications.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing safety programs for heavy-civil construction, including tasks on highways, trenching, excavation, underground utilities, and site construction. They will excel at identifying risks, developing safety strategies, and providing impactful coaching and feedback to a diverse workforce.

Work Schedule and Travel

• Primarily 8–12 hours per day, 5 days per week.
• Nights, weekends, and longer hours may be required to meet project demands.
• Travel includes local commutes to job sites with up to 10% overnight travel.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off, including 9 paid holidays (8 static, 1 floating).
• 401k plan with Roth option and 5% company match.
• Profit sharing and annual merit raise opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Paid parental leave, life insurance, and short- & long-term disability.
• Employee referral program and company discounts on goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel, and more.
• Opportunities for internal mobility and career advancement.

Job ID: 3300714

Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.