Senior Construction Safety Professional – Short-Term Project

Location: Lorton, VA
Pay: $55.00–$60.00/hour (W2)
Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week
Project Duration: 2 months
Start Date: ASAP
Project Type: Water Treatment Facility
Per Diem: Not available

Join the Medcor Safety Team!

Medcor Safety is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Safety Professional to support a short-term water treatment facility project in Lorton, VA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned safety professional who enjoys working directly with construction crews, identifying and mitigating workplace hazards, and helping maintain a safe and compliant jobsite.

With competitive hourly compensation of $55.00–$60.00/hour and a consistent 40-hour workweek, this assignment is a great fit for an experienced safety professional looking for their next project!

What You'll Be Doing

• Conduct regular jobsite inspections and safety audits to identify hazards and ensure safe work practices.

• Partner closely with construction crews, supervisors, project management, and outside agencies to promote a strong safety culture.

• Identify unsafe conditions, recommend corrective actions, and follow up to ensure issues are addressed.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, site-specific safety requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local standards.

• Review and maintain safety documentation, training records, inspection reports, and incident reports.

• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and project kickoff meetings.

• Assist with the development and implementation of Site-Specific Safety Plans.

• Review incident reports, safety bulletins, and other safety-related communications.

• Ensure compliance with client, general contractor, and project owner safety requirements.

• Serve as a trusted safety resource for field personnel and project leadership.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant construction safety experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Safety or a Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.

• Current CPR/First Aid certification.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction regulations and jobsite safety practices.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with construction teams.

• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, email, and safety documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous safety experience on water treatment facilities, utilities, or industrial construction projects.

• Experience working with general contractors and multiple subcontractors on active construction sites.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Excellent Compensation: $55.00–$60.00/hour (W2).

• Consistent Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week.

• Short-Term Commitment: 2-month project, ideal for experienced professionals between assignments.

• Specialized Project Experience: Support a water treatment facility construction project.

• Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in protecting construction crews and maintaining a safe working environment.

Physical Requirements

This position requires working in an active construction environment, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, climbing stairs and ladders, and working on elevated platforms. Candidates must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and safely perform duties in varying jobsite conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Medcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law.