• Safety Coordinator

    Actalent (Ashburn, VA)


    Job Title: Safety Coordinator

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Safety Coordinator to oversee and manage safety protocols at our construction sites. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with safety guidelines, conducting audits, and engaging with crews to promote a safe working environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Review project safety guidelines, site-specific safety plans, and client-specific safety requirements.

    + Coordinate with the regional safety lead to ensure availability of necessary safety signage and PPE.

    + Confirm completion of required safety orientation training by all on-site personnel.

    + Gather and organize documentation from subcontractors, including Job Hazard Analyses, Safety Data Sheets, and Training Certifications.

    + Conduct daily safety audits and share findings with the project team to ensure timely resolution.

    + Submit a minimum of two Safety Observation Reports weekly.

    + Spend 60–70% of the time in the field engaging with crews and monitoring safety practices.

    + Attend and contribute to daily huddles, coordination meetings, and preconstruction meetings.

    + Lead or support weekly all-hands safety meetings and prepare necessary materials.

    + Spot-check safety documentation during site visits and review various safety plans and permits.

    + Notify the project team and regional safety lead of any incidents or near-misses immediately.

    + Assist in incident investigations and ensure a 'Lessons Learned' summary is created for each incident.

    + Conduct site-specific safety orientations for all trade partners.

    + Maintain regular communication with subcontractor safety representatives.

    + Participate in or lead planning meetings for high-risk activities.

    + Maintain clear and frequent communication with the project team and safety leadership.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum 5 years of experience in safety roles, or at least 3 years directly with Data Center Experience.

    + Certifications such as CHST, CSP, or STSC.

    + Experience in data center or commercial building construction projects.

    + Excellent communication skills across all levels of project teams.

    + Reliability and ability to support project schedules.

    + OSHA 30 certification.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Prior experience supporting data center construction projects is highly preferred.

    + Experience in commercial building construction will be considered.

    + Ability to work on sites requiring NDAs is a plus.

    + Punctuality and flexibility to accommodate project schedules starting as early as 5:00 or 6:00 AM.

    + Ability to pass a background check and drug/alcohol test.

    Work Environment

    The position is located on-site in Ashburn, VA, requiring 90% fieldwork and 10% office work. The workweek runs from Tuesday to Saturday with expected hours ranging from 40 to 50 hours per week. You are required to remain on-site during active construction hours and be flexible to extend hours as needed. The role emphasizes a strong safety-first culture and collaboration.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashburn, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Ashburn,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.