Safety Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Safety CoordinatorWashington, D.C. | Direct Hire | $75,000-$85,000 AnnuallyAre you a hands-on safety professional with experience supporting highway, roadway, or heavy civil construction projects?We are seeking an experienced Safety Coordinator to join a growing infrastructure contractor in the Washington, D.C. area. This is a direct-hire opportunity offering long-term career stability, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to support high-profile highway and civil infrastructure projects.Position DetailsStart Date: ASAPEmployment Type: Tempt to HireLocation: Washington, D.C.Schedule: Full-time, with hours based on project and field requirementsSalary: $75,000-$85,000 annuallyTemp to Hire Rate: $44 - $47/HRWhat You Will DoThe Safety Coordinator will provide active field safety support for highway infrastructure, roadway, and civil construction operations. This position requires a visible field presence, strong knowledge of roadway hazards, and the ability to work effectively with project leadership, subcontractors, and field crews.Key responsibilities may include:Conducting daily jobsite safety inspections and identifying potential hazardsMonitoring roadway work zones, traffic control operations, and civil construction activitiesSupporting compliance with OSHA regulations, project safety plans, and client requirementsEnsuring crews follow applicable MOT, TMAS, and VDOT safety standardsLeading toolbox talks, safety orientations, and field-level trainingReviewing job hazard analyses, pre-task plans, and daily safety documentationInvestigating incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditionsProviding real-time coaching and corrective guidance to field personnelMaintaining accurate inspection reports, training records, and safety documentationPartnering with project management to strengthen the overall safety cultureRequired QualificationsCurrent OSHA 30-Hour Construction certificationPrevious safety experience within highway, roadway, transportation, or heavy civil constructionWorking knowledge of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) requirementsFamiliarity with TMAS and VDOT standardsUnderstanding of roadway safety, traffic control, and active work-zone hazardsAbility to communicate effectively with field crews, subcontractors, and project leadershipStrong documentation, inspection, and hazard-recognition skillsAbility to work independently in a fast-paced field environmentBenefitsThe company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:Medical and prescription drug coverageEmployer-paid and employee-paid plan optionsPretax employee contribution optionsDental insuranceVision insuranceHealth Savings Account optionsFlexible Spending Account optionsLong-term career growth within highway and civil infrastructure constructionWhy Consider This Opportunity?Direct-hire career opportunityCompetitive $75,000-$85,000 salaryComprehensive health and wellness benefitsImmediate openingHigh-profile highway and civil infrastructure workOpportunity to make a visible impact on field safetyLong-term professional growthQualified safety professionals with roadway, MOT, and VDOT experience are encouraged to apply immediately. This position is expected to move quickly.