Safety Officer

Stocks General Contractors, LLC; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Referral bonus program

Opportunities for advancement

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

Stocks General Contractors is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to support and oversee safety across our underground utility and civil construction projects. This role is critical to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working closely with field teams to enforce safety standards and reduce risk across job sites. This position requires active construction site experience, strong knowledge of OSHA standards, and the

Qualifications

• 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
• Certifications include OSHA 30-Hour Certification and relevant safety certification

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Safety compliance

OSHA knowledge

Field communication

Detail-oriented

Risk assessment

Job description

About The Role Stocks General Contractors is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Safety Officer to support and oversee safety across our underground utility and civil construction projects.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Stocks General Contractors is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Safety Officer to support and oversee safety across our underground utility and civil construction projects. This role is critical to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working closely with field teams to enforce safety standards and reduce risk across job sites.

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

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Certifications Required

• OSHA 30-Hour Certification
• Relevant safety certification

Physical Requirements

• 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

Schedule & Pay

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

Benefits

• 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

Work Location

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

Expectations

• 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