Construction Field Safety Coordinator (Industrial Construction)

ACME Constructors | Cape Girardeau, MO
Full-Time | Field-Based

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Why Join ACME?

Safety matters here.

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At ACME Constructors, you'll play a visible role in protecting the people who build our projects every day. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced construction professionals, strengthen safety performance across active jobsites, and help reinforce a culture where safety is a shared responsibility.

This role is based out of our Cape Girardeau office and primarily supports projects throughout Southeast Missouri and surrounding areas. Occasional travel may be required based on project needs.

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Employee Ownership

ACME Constructors is a 100% employee-owned company.

Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), employees share directly in the success of the business while building long-term retirement wealth. Ownership influences how we work, encouraging accountability, teamwork, and long-term thinking.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Annual performance bonus opportunity

• Weekly pay

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

• 401(k) with 4% company match

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees

• Dependent coverage available

• 100% employer-paid life insurance

• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Paid holidays and PTO

• Employee Assistance Program

• Monthly vehicle allowance

• Company fuel card

• Monthly cell phone allowance

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About ACME Constructors

Since 1947, ACME Constructors has provided industrial construction services to customers across manufacturing, automotive, food processing, chemical, energy, and other industrial markets.

With offices in St. Louis, Cape Girardeau, and Columbia, Missouri, we deliver complex projects throughout the United States while maintaining strong local support and customer relationships.

Our success is built on experienced field leaders, skilled union craft professionals, and a commitment to safety, quality, and reliable execution.

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What You'll Do

The Construction Field Safety Coordinator supports and strengthens ACME's safety program across multiple industrial construction projects.

You'll work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, craft employees, customers, and company leadership to identify hazards, promote safe work practices, investigate incidents, and support regulatory compliance.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being in the field, building relationships, coaching others, and helping project teams achieve safe, successful outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities

Field Safety Leadership

• Conduct jobsite inspections and safety audits

• Identify hazards and coordinate corrective actions

• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards

• Support job hazard analyses and pre-task planning

• Serve as a visible safety resource for project teams

Safety Training & Culture

• Assist with employee safety orientations

• Deliver toolbox talks and field safety training

• Support safety meetings and employee engagement initiatives

• Encourage employee participation in safety programs

• Help strengthen ACME's proactive safety culture

Incident Investigation & Compliance

• Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses

• Identify root causes and recommend corrective actions

• Maintain safety records, training documentation, and inspection reports

• Support OSHA compliance and reporting requirements

• Assist with safety metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts

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Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED

• Two or more years of safety-related experience

• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to travel regularly to project sites

Preferred

• Industrial construction experience

• OSHA 30 and/or OSHA 510 certification

• First Aid/CPR certification

• CHST or CSP certification, or willingness to pursue certification

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field

• Experience supporting union construction workforces

Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational abilities

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Hazard identification and risk management

• Incident investigation and problem solving

• Ability to build positive relationships with field employees, customers, and leadership

Work Environment

• Combination of office, field, and active construction site environments

• Significant time spent in the field

• Regular regional travel to project sites

• Ability to walk active jobsites and navigate uneven terrain

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as needed

• Exposure to varying weather conditions and active construction operations

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

 

READY TO APPLY?

 

All resumes, referrals and general inquiries will be held strictly confidential. ACME Group asks that all questions, referrals, and applications be directed to careers@acmeconstructors.com

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ACME Group Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ACME provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) and non-discrimination to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be unlawfully discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, gender, color, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, gender information, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran or any other protected group status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. We welcome differences in form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply and we look forward to hearing from you!

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