Safety Coordinator
Description:
Safety Coordinator
Project Type: Mission-Critical Data Center Project
Location: Columbus, OH Area Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday work. Working 50-60hrs a week
Employment: Full time
Duration: 12-36 months
Progressive Safety is partnering with a leading national contractor to hire a Safety Coordinator for a large-scale data center construction project in the Columbus, OH area.
This is an excellent opportunity for a construction safety professional early in their career to gain experience on one of the most sought-after project types in the industry—mission-critical data centers.
If you have at least one year of construction safety experience and want to work on a fast-paced, high-profile project while continuing to develop your safety leadership skills, this role offers tremendous growth potential.
You’ll work closely with experienced safety leaders while playing a key role in keeping crews safe and operations running smoothly.
What You’ll Do
As a Safety Coordinator, you’ll be an active presence in the field helping maintain a strong safety culture across the job site.
Your responsibilities will include...
Field Safety Oversight
Conduct daily jobsite safety walks and inspections
Identify potential hazards and work with field leadership to resolve issues quickly
Support enforcement of OSHA regulations and company safety standards
Jobsite Collaboration
Work with project managers, foremen, and craft workers to promote safe work practices
Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and address potential risks before work begins
Serve as a go-to safety resource for crews on site
Safety Documentation & Reporting
Maintain safety documentation including:
inspection reports
incident reports
safety meeting records
training documentation
Incident Prevention & Response
Assist with incident and near-miss investigations
Support root-cause analysis and corrective action planning
Provide support during emergency response situations if needed
Training & Engagement
Assist with new-hire safety orientations
Support toolbox talks and ongoing safety training initiatives
What We’re Looking For...
Required
1+ year of construction safety experience working on large commercial, industrial, or infrastructure construction projects
OSHA 510
OSHA 10 + OSHA 30 certification
Basic knowledge of OSHA construction safety regulations
Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with field crews
Ability to stay organized and manage documentation in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience supporting mechanical, industrial, or mission-critical construction projects
CPR / First Aid certification
HAZWOPER 40
Safety certifications such as CHST, GSP, or ASP
Why This Opportunity Is Unique
Work on a major mission-critical data center project
Data center experience is highly valued across the construction industry and can significantly accelerate your safety career.
Learn from experienced safety leaders
You’ll work alongside seasoned professionals who will help you develop your technical and leadership skills.
Be part of a high-performing team
Your work will directly impact the safety and success of a complex, high-profile project.
Mission-Critical Construction Experience
Strong Career Development Opportunity
High-Impact Role on a Major Project
If you're looking to build your career in construction safety while gaining experience on complex projects with tremendous career advancement opportunities, this is your chance to take the next step! We look forward to meeting with you.