Project Safety Coordinator

Upchurch
Frederick, MD
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for construction safety professionals who manage risk and collaborate with field teams, working on active sites in Frederick, Maryland.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3-5 years of construction safety management experience and incident investigation skills
    — “Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction safety management.”
  • Individuals who can align project safety efforts with corporate objectives and lead training initiatives
    — “Work collaboratively with the Director of Corporate Safety and the Upchurch safety team to align project efforts with organizational safety objectives.”
  • Professionals comfortable with on-site work and able to handle physical demands of construction environments
    — “Ability to work on active construction sites in varying weather conditions.”

Things to consider

  • The role demands on-site presence and physical capabilities, including lifting up to 50 pounds
    — “Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required for safety equipment.”
  • Candidates must be prepared to conduct safety inspections, including climbing ladders and scaffolding
    — “Ability to perform safety inspections, including climbing ladders and scaffolding.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis in your resume and interviews
    — “Demonstrated experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.”
  • Showcase your ability to lead safety training sessions for specialized topics like fall protection and confined spaces
    — “Facilitate training for on-site team members (such as, but not limited to: Fall Protection/MEWP/Mobile Equipment/Confined Space/Trenching & Excavating).”
  • Emphasize your proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for documentation and reporting
    — “Maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports using Microsoft Office applications.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • proactively identifying hazards
  • leading incident investigations
  • managing workers' compensation cases
Typical background
3-5 years of experience in construction safety management

Skills & requirements

Required

Construction Safety ManagementIncident InvestigationSafety ComplianceOSHA Regulations

Preferred

OSHA 500 CertificationSafety-related Education

Stack & domain

ConstructionSafety

About the role

Original posting from Upchurch via Ashby

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan.

POSITION SUMMARY

Upchurch is seeking an experienced Project Safety Coordinator to support an active construction project in Frederick, Maryland. This on-site role is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring regulatory compliance, and partnering with project leadership to proactively manage risk. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in construction safety, incident investigation, and workers’ compensation management, with the ability to work effectively with both field and corporate safety teams, the General Contractor (GC) and/or Owner Rep.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Proactively identify hazards and implement preventive and corrective measures to reduce risk.
  • Collaborate closely with Upchurch project leadership and the General Contractor’s safety team to ensure safety remains a top priority.
  • Lead and conduct thorough incident investigations, including injuries, near misses, property damage, and theft, utilizing root cause analysis techniques.
  • Supervise and support employee safety compliance across the project.
  • Support company-wide safety initiatives and ensure consistent application of safety policies and procedures.
  • Work collaboratively with the Director of Corporate Safety and the Upchurch safety team to align project efforts with organizational safety objectives.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations to improve overall safety performance.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Deliver effective safety training and promote a proactive, team-based safety culture.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
  • Manage workers’ compensation cases in coordination with Third-Party Administrators (TPAs), from initial reporting through claim resolution.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned in support of project needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction safety management.
  • Collaborate closely with Upchurch project leadership creating but not limited to the following:
  • Pre-Task Plans (PTP), Method of Procedures (MOP) and lift plans.
  • Demonstrated experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis.
  • OSHA 500 certification preferred.
  • Safety-related education, certification, degree, or relevant coursework preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to facilitate training for on-site team members (such as, but not limited to:
  • Fall Protection/MEWP/Mobile Equipment/Confined Space/Trenching & Excavating)

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work on active construction sites in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required for safety equipment.
  • Ability to perform safety inspections, including climbing ladders and scaffolding.
  • Ability to pass a clean driving record.

Benefits:

  • Competitive pay based on experience.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Source: Upchurch careers (Ashby)

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