Safety Officer

What You’ll Do

• Monitor job site activities to ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, and job site evaluations
• Lead safety meetings and provide training to field employees
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses
• Maintain safety records, reports, and documentation
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions
• Support field leadership in maintaining safe work environments
• Promote a culture of safety accountability across all teams
• Consistent enforcement of safety standards
• Proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks
• Clear communication with field teams and management
• Accountability for maintaining safe job site conditions

• Experience in construction safety, preferably in civil or underground utility work
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively with field teams and management
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to identify risks and implement practical safety solutions
• Experience working on active construction job sites
• Familiarity with trenching, excavation, and confined space safety

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

• Ability to walk job sites and conduct field inspections
• Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs as needed

• Full-Time | Salary
• Monday–Friday (project-based hours; flexibility required)
• Competitive pay based on experience

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (holidays, vacation, sick)
• Paid training and certifications
• Referral bonus program
• Opportunities for advancement

• Field-based across Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia
• Travel required

We’re looking for a safety professional who can take ownership of job site safety and support a culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.

Compensation: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Stocks General Contractors is an emerging, small, minority-owned, and veteran-owned construction company serving the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. We specialize in civil construction with a focus on wet and dry underground utilities.

Known for our industry knowledge and commitment to safe, efficient project delivery, we take pride in completing work on schedule while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

We have built strong relationships with utility owners and stakeholders, allowing us to effectively navigate the underground utility environment and support successful project execution. Stocks General Contractors is a trusted partner for general contractors, developers, government agencies (federal, state, and local), large utility contractors, and private clients.

Our team brings extensive industry expertise supported by a wide range of certifications, including USACE CQMC, OSHA 10 and 30, HAZWOPER 40, Confined Space Entry (Supervisor, Attendant, and Authorized Entrant), MDOT Temporary Traffic Control Manager, CMAA, CMIT, VA Responsible Land Disturber, VOSB, and others.

At Stocks General Contractors, work is an exciting blend of collaboration, innovation, and fun! Our supportive environment thrives on the diversity and expertise each team member brings. You'll find yourself among a group of dedicated professionals who value safety, inclusivity, and adaptability while creating a family-like feel. Undertaking unique projects, our team becomes more than just coworkers—we’re a community aiming to achieve our goals, all while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

Together, we tackle challenges and celebrate successes, all in a goal-driven setting where your input truly…