About Charter Construction

Founded in 1983, Charter Construction Inc. has established itself as a company that sets the standard for performance, integrity, and quality. In January 2015 Charter Construction became an employee owned company (ESOP). Charter Construction prefers to promote from within.  Being employee owned, our preference is that every employee has an opportunity to grow and succeed. Our long-standing, loyal relationships with repeat clients are a testament to that commitment. Equally important is the way we build relationships with owners, developers and design professionals. Charter Construction knows that extraordinary results are only possible when everyone communicates clearly and collaborates creatively. We foster this open, forward-thinking approach in every phase of every project.

At Charter Construction, success lies in our unwavering commitment to customer service. Anticipating problems before they occur, paying close attention to project details, and communicating positively with our clients are all components of our philosophy. Our team of dedicated, experienced professionals continually seeks improvement.

Charter Construction’s focus is to employ and retains the most skilled and the most committed workforce in the industry. Our staff combines the best real-world construction know-how with leading edge practices and technologies in an ever-changing construction industry.

Our employees are expected to work on a diverse range of projects that include high-end custom homes, complex remediation or commercial projects or someone’s residence or business that could be flooded or burned down, Charter Construction strives to deliver value, consistency, aesthetic sensitivity, and a commitment to exceed client expectations.

Commitment to Safety

We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment, more specifically, our goal is to minimize the exposure of employees, clients, and the public to health and safety risks. Accordingly, we make every effort to comply with relevant federal and state occupational health and safety laws and to develop operations, procedures, practices and programs that further this goal. All our employees are expected to work diligently to maintain safe and healthful work conditions and to adhere to all operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.

Requirements

General Summary:

 The Safety Coordinator is in Charter Construction’s Portland office and is responsible for assisting the Safety Director in planning, developing, and coordinating the safety and occupational components of personnel, materials, equipment, and work environment in a manner consistent with mandated regulations and company policies for our Portland employees and projects. This person reports to The Safety Director.  The Safety Coordinator possesses the listed knowledge, skills and abilities is accountable for the following:

Major areas of responsibility:

Conducts jobsite audits ensuring compliance with internal, federal and state regulations in Portland, Oregon

Initiate, coordinate, and direct training specific to the job hazard analysis

Manage the job site orientation process concerning to safety and obtaining/reviewing appropriate subcontractor documents as well as new hire safety orientations

Assist in conducting accident investigations according to internal procedures by obtaining required reports from employee(s) and sub-contractors and implement corrective actions as needed

Assist in interpreting, analyzing, and preparing documentation concerning reports, contracts, and site-specific information

Able to communicate and enforce company safety standards to subcontractors

Ensure that adequate, properly trained personnel are available to carry out required functions safely on all current and prospective projects

Become familiar with the Injured Worker Protocol

Monitor the treatment action plan and obtain medical status documentation for injured employees to assist in submittal of payroll information

Assist in furthering the safety education of all staff members of the staff by formal classes, seminars, workshops, and sharing information company-wide

Anticipate project safety needs and assist Superintendents and Project Managers with required safety training 

Monitor site safety communication to maintain training effectiveness such as signage, toolbox meetings, etc.

Able to communicate professionally with all levels of personnel

Assist in editing and updating SDS reference books and OSHA reports

Ensure all required postings are on-site and kept updated consistent with regulations

Track and renew employee field training and certifications

Schedule training to minimize impact on productivity

Empower all employees to make safety their first priority

Preferred Qualifications:

Construction Safety related degree preferred

2 to 5 years of construction safety experience preferred

Knowledge of Oregon state safety regulations and mandates

Current OSHA 30 certification

Desire to become a key member of the Charter team

Commitment to continual development and renewal of required certifications

Working knowledge of Federal and State regulations

Ability to read, comprehend, and recognize safety standards and issues

Technology skills consistent with generating safety reports, data analysis, and communications

Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation structure; medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits; paid time off (vacation, holiday, sick); 401(k) employer match; ESOP; life and AD&D insurance; short and long-term disability insurances and other benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate in employment decisions or policies in violation of law on the basis of any legally protected status. What is a legally protected status varies depending on applicable local, state and federal laws, but may include race, color, national origin, citizenship status, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, genetic information, families with children, political ideology and veteran status. Our policy of nondiscrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, benefits, placement, promotion, termination, reduction in force, and transfer.  Our employment decisions, including factors such as merit, performance, qualifications, skills, dependability, and reliability are made based on ability to perform the job.  We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination in employment.