Safety Coordinator

Sheakley Workforce Staffing; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employer-paid and employee-paid plan

Job summary

Sheakley Workforce Staffing in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Safety Coordinator to support highway and civil infrastructure projects on a direct-hire basis.

This hands-on role requires a strong OSHA background and field presence to work with project leadership, subcontractors, and field crews. The position offers long-term stability, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package, with duties including inspections, toolbox talks, and ensuring MOT, TMAS, and VDOT standards

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required.
• Experience in highway, roadway, or heavy civil construction.
• Familiarity with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) requirements.
• Familiarity with TMAS and VDOT standards.
• Understanding of roadway safety and active work-zone hazards.
• Strong written and verbal communication with field crews and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide active field safety support for highway and civil construction projects.
• Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections and identify hazards.
• Monitor roadway work zones, traffic control, and construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and project safety plans.
• Lead toolbox talks and site safety orientations.
• Review job hazard analyses and pre-task plans.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Maintain inspection reports and training records; support safety culture.

Skills

Hazard recognition

Field safety leadership

Effective communication

Documentation and inspections

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

Tools

TMAS

VDOT standards

MOT

Job description

Safety Coordinator

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

Are 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 Details

Start Date: ASAP
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Location: Washington, D.C.
Salary: $75,000-$85,000 annually
Schedule: Full-time, with hours based on project and field requirements

What You Will Do

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.

Key responsibilities may include:

• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

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

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• 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