Onsite Security Coordinator

Patriot Group International LLC.; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Group International LLC. is seeking an Onsite Security Coordinator to support daily security operations at active construction sites in Gainesville, VA.

You will be the primary contact for guards and the General Contractor, ensuring access control, incident reporting, and adherence to security protocols. The role demands strong organization, reliability, and a customer-first mindset, with 8-hour rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays in an outdoor construction

Qualifications

• 3+ years of site security experience; construction projects preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid security guard license as required by state/local regulations.
• Clean background check and drug screening.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for security guards and site leadership.
• Coordinate daily security operations and ensure proper site coverage.
• Attend General Contractor meetings to understand forecasted construction activities.
• Monitor access control procedures and enforce site security protocols.
• Interface directly with the General Contractor and project teams.
• Communicate security updates, incidents, and access needs.
• Support the coordination of site activities related to security.
• Maintain daily logs, reports, and incident documentation.
• Responsible for physical badging operations onsite for GC/subcontractor personnel.
• Track personnel access and visitor records.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and site requirements.
• Conduct site walkthroughs to ensure security procedures are followed.
• Support early morning or variable shifts based on project needs.
• Assist with basic coordination of security-related equipment or processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Independent decision making

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Security guard license

Tools

Access control systems

Job description

Position: Onsite Security Coordinator

Location: Gainesville, VA

The Onsite Security Coordinator supports daily security operations at active construction sites. This role serves as the primary point of contact for the 24/7 guard staff and the General Contractor, ensuring site access control, incident reporting, and adherence to security protocols. This is an administrative and field-based role designed for individuals who are highly organized, reliable, and have a customer-first mentality.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for security guards and site leadership
• Coordinate daily security operations and ensure proper site coverage
• Attend General Contractor meetings to understand forecasted construction activities
• Monitor access control procedures and enforce site security protocols

General Contractor & Stakeholder Communication

• Interface directly with the General Contractor and project teams
• Communicate security updates, incidents, and access needs
• Support the coordination of site activities related to security

Administrative Support

• Maintain daily logs, reports, and incident documentation
• Responsible for physical badging operations onsite for General Contractor/subcontractor construction personnel.
• Track personnel access and visitor records
• Ensure compliance with company policies and site requirements

Site Presence & Oversight

• Conduct site walkthroughs to ensure security procedures are followed
• Support early morning or variable shifts based on project needs
• Assist with basic coordination of security-related equipment or processes

Required Qualifications

Education And Experience

• 3+ Years of Site Security experience. Construction projects preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid security guard license as required by state/local regulations
• Clean background check and drug screening
• U.S. Citizenship

Skills And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and observational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with electronic access control systems
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
• Basic computer skills for maintaining electronic access lists
• Ability to pass a pre- employment drug screening and periodic random drug screening.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to bend at the waist, knees, and waist.
• Must have the physical ability to perform a variety of training functions.
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, walk long distances on a training facility, and operate equipment.
• Must be physically capable of standing an 8-hour post.
• Capability to walk/patrol construction site perimeters
• Visual acuity sufficient for ID verification and site monitoring
• Physical stamina for extended periods of standing and walking

Working Conditions

• 8-hour rotating shift schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Outdoor work environment at an active construction site
• Exposure to construction noise, dust, and varying weather conditions
• Must work independently with no on-site supervision or backup

Pay Rate

• $28 - $32/hr

Patriot Group International, LLC is a global mission support service provider with expeditionary capabilities, serving select clients across the intelligence, defense, and private sectors. PGI is a veteran-owned and operated company with experience performing in over 50 countries, including austere and high-threat environments.

DISCLAIMER

Patriot Group International LLC is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - veteran, disability.

PGI provides equal employment opportunity for all persons in all facets of employment.

PGi maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre- employment substance abuse testing and background checks.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact us on our home page.

http://patriotgroupinternational.com/