Job Description

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

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