Safety Coordinator
About Us:
BDI Marine Contractors is a growing, family-owned construction company specializing in marine construction, including docks, seawalls, and waterfront structures. As we continue to expand, we’re building out a stronger, more structured safety program and are looking for a Safety Coordinator to help implement and enforce it across all projects.
Position Overview:
The Safety Coordinator will play a key role in supporting and enforcing company safety standards across all jobsites. This position is responsible for tracking compliance, conducting site visits, supporting field teams, and helping build out a formal safety program. This is a hands-on role with strong growth potential into a Safety Manager position.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections and audits
- Ensure crews are following OSHA and company safety standards
- Track and collect toolbox talks from foremen and superintendents
- Maintain safety documentation, logs, and reports (OSHA logs, incident reports, etc.)
- Assist with accident investigations and follow-up actions
- Coordinate and track employee safety training and certifications
- Help implement and maintain the company safety manual and policies
- Work directly with field leadership to correct unsafe conditions and behaviors
- Support new hire safety onboarding and orientation
- Monitor PPE compliance and jobsite safety requirements
Requirements:
- 1–3+ years of construction safety experience (or construction field experience with strong safety knowledge)
- Basic understanding of OSHA regulations
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to be firm and enforce standards while maintaining good working relationships
- Willingness to travel to jobsites as needed
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications:
- OSHA 30 certification
- Experience in marine construction or heavy civil construction
- Experience with safety audits, reporting, and training coordination
- Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- Growth opportunity into a Safety Manager role
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
- Per diem and housing for out-of-town projects
- Hands-on role with real impact on company operations
- Supportive, team-oriented environment