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Safety Coordinator (Winter 2026/Spring 2027 Graduates)

Clark Construction · Chicago, IL · $72,500–$85,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you had to speak up to someone more senior than you about a safety concern.

What they are checking: Whether they have the confidence to raise issues even as a new graduate.

What does a positive safety culture mean to you, and how would you know if a site had one?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that culture shows in how people act when no one is watching.

Tell me about something you learned in school or an internship that changed how you think about safety.

What they are checking: Whether they reflect on their learning and bring real insight to a new career.

What would you do

You see a worker on a scaffold without fall protection. Walk me through what you do.

What they are checking: Whether they act immediately and correctly, then follow up on why it happened.

How would you coach a foreman who sees safety rules as slowing down his crew?

What they are checking: Whether they can change attitudes through respect and coaching instead of just writing people up.

A near miss happens on site. What do you do with it?

What they are checking: Whether they treat near misses as learning opportunities to prevent future injuries.

About the work

What OSHA construction standards do you think come up most on a large jobsite, and why?

What they are checking: Whether they know the basics of OSHA 1926 and the hazards that hurt the most construction workers.

What would you look for during a site walk on a project in the concrete and steel phase?

What they are checking: Whether they can spot common hazards like falls, struck-by and crane risks during real phases of work.

How would you help plan a safety approach for a complex activity like a critical crane lift?

What they are checking: Whether they understand pre-task planning and how to work with field supervision on high-risk work.

How would you report on a project's safety performance so it's useful and not just numbers?

What they are checking: Whether they track leading indicators, not just injuries after they happen.

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The full job description

As published by Clark Construction.

As a Safety Coordinator, you play a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of thousands of craft workers and project team members across our jobsites each day. Embedded within general construction operations or one of our specialized affiliate companies, you will work alongside senior leaders to execute safety policies, manage jobsite risk, and actively drive Clark’s "Culture of Care." Responsibilities Implementing safe working practices and ensuring the well-being of everyone is a core value of Clark. Safety coordinators are responsible for assisting in the administration of Clark’s Safety, Health, and Environmental program to ensure a safe and healthy environment for Clark employees, trade contractors, and the surrounding community. • Enforcing corporate and project-specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state, and local safety standards • Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and educating to Clark employees and trade contractors on occupation health and safety requirements • Develop and implement project-specific safety program • Identify potential hazards and provide immediate input, advice, and direction to mitigate hazardous conditions and assure compliance • Conduct site-walks and report project-specific safety performance and future plans • Working closely with field supervision to plan complex safety aspects of the project construction, including critical lifts, hazardous material handling, fire prevention, and evacuation • Coordinating third-party safety reviews, including OSHA Basic Qualifications • Pursuing an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) or a master's degree in occupational health and safety, construction management, engineering, or a related field, with an expected graduation in Winter 2026 or Spring 2027 • Passion and interest in the construction industry Preferred Qualifications • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 trained, preferred What a Successful Candidate Looks Like We look for individuals who embody these core principles: • Enthusiasm & Drive: Be punctual and dedicated, staying until work is done. Arrive early for meetings and events. Be a proactive team player – ask how you can help and be present. Take initiative, represent the company professionally (dress, demeanor), and build trust with your team, clients, and stakeholders. Proactively seek ways to contribute to team success, and always maintain a positive attitude. • Delivery & Performance: Reliably meet the expectations of your role and commitments. Understand and follow Clark's standard procedures. Take on new responsibilities, dig into the details, and bring solutions to problems. Take ownership, be accountable, and demonstrate responsiveness with a sense of urgency. • Learning & Growth: Immerse yourself in Clark's culture, your team, and your community. Fulfill Clark Corporate University learning requirements. Be engaged, accountable, and self-directed in your learning – be curious! Continuously build your technical expertise and grow your business acumen. The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. The Physical Side of the Role: This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings. Your Work Environment: You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations. Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $72,500 - $85,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers/clark-experience

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