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Safety Coordinator

Clune Construction · Chicago, IL · $73,000–$100,000 a year · Full time

Posted Jul 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about an incident investigation you helped with. How did you find the root cause?

What they are checking: Whether they look past blaming one person to find the conditions and decisions that led to the incident.

How do you get superintendents and foremen to treat safety as their job, not just yours?

What they are checking: Whether they influence field leaders through relationships rather than relying only on enforcement.

Tell me about a time you made a safety improvement that stuck.

What they are checking: Whether they can change habits on a site rather than just writing up the same issues over and over.

What would you do

You see a worker from a subcontractor working at height without proper fall protection. What do you do right now?

What they are checking: Whether they stop the hazard immediately and respectfully, then follow up with the subcontractor's leadership.

The project is behind schedule and a foreman wants to skip a pre-task plan to save time. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they hold firm on safety while understanding schedule pressure and helping find a quicker safe way.

How would you work with the Regional Safety Manager when you disagree on how to handle a site issue?

What they are checking: Whether they share views honestly while respecting the reporting structure and the final call.

About the work

Walk me through how you conduct a jobsite safety audit. What do you look at first?

What they are checking: Whether they have a structured eye for the biggest hazards rather than a random checklist walk.

What OSHA standards come up most often on commercial construction sites you have worked on?

What they are checking: Whether they know the common rules, like fall protection, scaffolding and electrical, well enough to apply them on the spot.

How does your work help the Risk Management department reduce claims?

What they are checking: Whether they connect good documentation, quick reporting and prevention to lower costs and fewer disputes.

What environmental procedures would you check for on a jobsite?

What they are checking: Whether they cover things like spill prevention, storm water and waste handling, which the posting includes.

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The full job description

As published by Clune Construction.

Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values excellence and invests in its people? At Clune Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re a team of driven, collaborative and talented individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional work. Excellence is at the core of everything we do, from the quality of our projects to the way we support our people. As an employee-owned company, we invest in our team, and in return, our people share in our success. This shared commitment has earned us recognition as a Best Place to Work, a US Best Managed Company and a recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics. Whether you’re a seasoned construction professional or looking to bring your expertise to a new area, we welcome you to join our team and make an impact! Job Purpose: The Safety Coordinator works with the Regional Safety Manager to ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures to assist in the achievement/execution of profitability/productivity on jobsites operating out of their office. The core job duties include conducting safety audits, evaluating and ensuring improvements for jobsite safety. The Safety Coordinator works closely with the Risk Management Department to mitigate claims by ensuring Safety is a priority on the project and when necessary will assist with incident investigations. Essential Functions: • Act as an internal consultant to all company business units with respect to safety. • Ensure Clune employee, trade partner, visitor and vendor compliance with Clune safety guidelines, project requirements, local, state, and national safety regulations. • Provide safety guidance in the planning stages for projects. • Attend and contribute to company and project safety meetings. • Attend outside training for added designations and to keep up with changes in the industry. • Role model professionally for Clune employees, trade partners, visitors and vendors. What We Offer At Clune Construction we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including: • 100% company-paid premiums for Medical, Dental & Vision for all dependents (effective day one) • Employee Stock Ownership Plan • 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match • Employee Assistance Program • Company-paid and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans • Company-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability • Flexible Spending, Dependent Care and Commuter Plans • Career Development through Mentoring Program, Learning & Development, Continuing Education • Fitness Program • Pet Insurance Core Values and Behaviors Clune Construction is proud to have Core Values and Behaviors that all of our employees represent. These Core Values are: Safety, Service, Teamwork, Respect, Excellence, Leadership and Innovation. Performance is evaluated with these Core Values in mind. Job Requirements: • Strong communication and interpersonal skills that will be utilized to hold discussions with various members of Clune and/or trade-partner communities, ranging from field employees to executives. • Strong planning skills to organize weekly and daily schedules that may involve a combination of meetings, walk-throughs, etc. • Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records. • Self-motivated and can independently prioritize and execute short and long-term objectives. • Ability to be timely and prompt to act as a dependable resource to project teams. • Strong computer skills; e.g. Microsoft office suite, iOS applications, etc. • Have a good driving record and reliable means of transportation for project visits. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear; climb stairs and/or ladders, and walk on uneven ground. Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and health or related field; or equivalent combination of 1-3 years education and experience. • Construction – OSHA 30 hour certification, preferred. • Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification. • Knowledge of federal, state, and local safety standards. Pay Range: $73,000 - $100,000 All candidates must provide a resume. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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