Safety Coordinator

Washington, D.C. | Direct Hire | $75,000-$85,000 Annually Position Details

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Tempt to Hire

Location: Washington, D.C.

Schedule: Full-time, with hours based on project and field requirements

Salary: $75,000-$85,000 annually

Temp to Hire Rate: $44 - $47/HR

The 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.

• Conducting daily jobsite safety inspections and identifying potential hazards
• Monitoring roadway work zones, traffic control operations, and civil construction activities
• Supporting compliance with OSHA regulations, project safety plans, and client requirements
• Ensuring crews follow applicable MOT, TMAS, and VDOT safety standards
• Leading toolbox talks, safety orientations, and field-level training
• Reviewing job hazard analyses, pre-task plans, and daily safety documentation
• Investigating incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Providing real-time coaching and corrective guidance to field personnel
• Maintaining accurate inspection reports, training records, and safety documentation
• Partnering with project management to strengthen the overall safety culture

• Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification
• Previous safety experience within highway, roadway, transportation, or heavy civil construction
• Working knowledge of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) requirements
• Familiarity with TMAS and VDOT standards
• Understanding of roadway safety, traffic control, and active work-zone hazards
• Ability to communicate effectively with field crews, subcontractors, and project leadership
• Strong documentation, inspection, and hazard-recognition skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced field environment

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Employer-paid and employee-paid plan options
• Pretax employee contribution options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account options
• Flexible Spending Account options
• Long-term career growth within highway and civil infrastructure construction

• Direct-hire career opportunity
• Competitive $75,000-$85,000 salary
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Immediate opening
• High-profile highway and civil infrastructure work
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on field safety
• Long-term professional growth

Salary: $44 - $47 per hour