Safety & Project Coordinator Specialist - Cannon Construction (Job)

Location: Fort Lewis, WA

Full-time Position

Closing Date: December 20, 2025

Hourly Range: $28.00 - $36.00

Posted: November 20, 2025

Description:

As a Safety & Project Coordinator Specialist, you will champion a strong safety culture while supporting project teams with documentation, scheduling, and compliance tracking. You will produce accurate reports, support hazard analysis development, and coordinate documentation crucial to federal, DOD, power, and communications projects. If you are passionate about protecting people, driving compliance, and supporting essential infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Compliance & Field Support

  • Prepare documents for powerline, underground utilities, fiber, and communications projects.
  • Lead toolbox talks, and safety training sessions.
  • Develop and review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
  • Monitor compliance with OSHA 1910/1926, DOT, EM 385-1-1, and federal safety requirements.
  • Safety Plan Document using Microsoft Forms, Word, Excel, email distributions, or digital inspection platforms.
  • Serve as a safety resource during preconstruction planning, energization activities, and confined space or high-voltage work.
  • Partner with project managers, foremen, and field crews to identify risks and drive continuous safety improvement.

Project Coordination & Documentation

  • Assemble and maintain essential project documents including packets, submittals, compliance materials, bid information, and technical documents.
  • Schedule meetings, and follow-up tasks for efficient workflow.
  • Track project milestones, maintain project deadlines, and update electronic logs and shared directories.
  • Verify that project documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with federal and DOD standards.
  • Maintain consistent communication with internal teams, field crews, and customers via email, phone, and Teams/Outlook.
  • Provide administrative and documentation support for federal contracting, including FAR-compliant records.
  • Uphold Cannon’s Mission, Vision, and Values while contributing to a positive team culture.

Skills/Eligibility:

The ideal candidate is proficient with:

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, or similar platforms for document sharing and remote collaboration
  • Digital safety and inspection tools, such as SiteDocs, iAuditor, Bluebeam, or comparable apps
  • Cloud-based file systems and mobile data collection
  • Strong written communication skills for clear, professional reports and correspondence

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in a construction office environment (Telecom, Electrical, Commercial, DOD, or Utility required).
  • 2+ years of construction safety experience preferred (powerline, utility, or fiber experience ideal).
  • Understanding of OSHA 1910/1926 and EM 385-1-1.
  • Experience with federal contracting, DOD operations, or FAR compliance preferred.
  • Experienced with federal contracts and creating safety plans from them, professionally
  • Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital safety reporting tools.
  • Must pass all requirements necessary for military base access (JBLM).

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