Safety Coordinator @ Align Builders

Align Builders is on a mission to redefine the construction experience, and we believe we can only achieve this through partnering with exceptional talent! We are looking to hire a Safety Coordinator who possesses strong values, communicates clearly, displays a consistently strong work ethic, and is eager to build lasting relationships within the industry.

• The Safety Coordinator is responsible for leading and overseeing jobsite safety on our commercial construction projects, promoting a proactive culture of health and safety, ensuring compliance with all OSHA and regulatory requirements, conducting site-specific safety planning and training, and partnering closely with project leadership to identify, mitigate, and prevent hazards while supporting teams in delivering high-quality projects safely and efficiently.
• Characteristics Required / Competencies: Team Player: Embraces working collectively as a team Hungry: Aptitude and passion to learn, listen and grow Extreme Ownership: trusted to hold themselves accountable and do the right thing Disciplined: adheres to process and protocol, working diligently and urgently Positive: maintains positive attitude and professional attitude under pressure Principled: Has a reputation of working diligently and supporting teams Clear: Skilled at organizing chaos into manageable systems, ideas and tasks Critical Thinker: Confident in ability to find practical effective solutions Galvanizing: Aligns, inspires and motivates others toward common outcomes Essential Functions and Abilities Required: Implement the company safety program and the site-specific safety plan on your assigned project.
• Maintain a visible presence in the field and support the Superintendent, foremen and subcontractors in driving safe work practices.
• Conduct daily jobsite walks, inspections and hazard assessments, and track corrective actions to timely closure.
• Review subcontractor activity hazard analyses, pre-task plans and permits, and verify that work is planned and performed safely.
• Lead or support new-worker orientations, toolbox talks and task-specific safety training.
• Support incident and near-miss reporting, participate in investigations and root cause analysis, and help implement preventative measures.
• Maintain accurate safety records, including inspection logs, training records, orientation documentation and incident reports.
• Provide project data for safety metrics (such as TRIR, DART and EMR inputs) and share trends and recommendations with the Regional Safety Leader.
• Support environmental compliance on site, including stormwater (SWPPP) inspections, housekeeping, waste management and spill prevention.
• Serve as an on-site point of contact for owners, inspectors, insurance carriers and regulators, coordinating with the Regional Safety Leader as needed.
• Partner with the Project Manager and Superintendent to integrate safety into look-ahead schedules, logistics and sequencing.
• Stop work and escalate immediately when conditions present imminent danger.

Work in active construction environments, including walking job sites, climbing stairs and ladders, and standing for extended periods.

• Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge and familiarity with construction processes, practices, and procedures Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and California-specific safety requirements (Cal/OSHA).
• Proven ability to adapt behavior or work methods in response to new information or conditions Experience monitoring work to ensure quality standards and attention to detail Interpersonal Skills: ability to engage with clients, internal team members, and trade contractors in a constructive, productive way to overcome obstacles and achieve results.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, project management software (Procore), and scheduling software (Microsoft Project).
• Education / Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of safety leadership experience within commercial construction Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and California-specific safety requirements Proven experience managing safety programs across multiple active projects and geographic regions Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills Ability to influence at all levels, from field crews to executive leadership Experience with design-build and complex commercial projects preferred Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, or equivalent strongly preferred OSHA 500 certification Compensation / Benefits / Location: 401k Dental, Medical, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Mentorship Multiple: San Diego County, Orange County and Los Angeles County Full-Time