Site Safety Coordinator - Charlottesville, VA

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc•Charlottesville, VA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is seeking a proactive, dependable, and detail-oriented Site Safety Coordinator to support construction projects in the Charlottesville, Virginia area. This is a full-time, field-based, onsite position requiring consistent presence at assigned jobsites throughout the scheduled workday, with regular travel between project sites as needed. The coordinator engages with crews, monitors work activities, addresses hazards, and follows corrective actions through completion. A construction background and the ability to work directly with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel are required. The ideal candidate is bilingual in English and Spanish and demonstrates strong communication, sound judgment, and reliable follow-through. The role promotes and enforces VMG safety policies and jobsite requirements, monitors compliance with applicable OSHA standards, and supports emergency-response planning and safety initiatives. It also includes investigating incidents and near misses, conducting orientations and field training, coaching crews on safe work practices, and completing safety documentation accurately and on time. VMG describes safety as a core value and offers a supportive, team-oriented work environment with professional development and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

Construction industry experience, with a practical understanding of active jobsites, field operations, and construction hazards.
At least one year of construction safety experience.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
Current OSHA 30 training card.
Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and safe work practices.
Dependable attendance, consistent onsite engagement, and prompt communication.
Ability to address unsafe conditions professionally and follow through until concerns are resolved.
Strong organizational, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and travel between assigned project sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Commercial mechanical, HVAC, or plumbing construction experience.
CPR and First Aid certifications.

Responsibilities

Maintain an active, visible onsite presence throughout the scheduled workday, conduct regular walkthroughs, and engage directly with crews.
Promote and enforce VMG safety policies and jobsite requirements.
Conduct safety inspections, audits, and job-hazard assessments.
Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors, coordinate corrective actions, and verify completion.
Monitor compliance with applicable OSHA standards and project safety requirements.
Take immediate action when imminent hazards are identified, including stopping unsafe work.
Support emergency-response planning and site safety initiatives.
Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses; document findings, identify contributing factors, and recommend preventive measures.
Track corrective actions through completion and communicate recurring hazards and safety trends to leadership.
Conduct new-hire safety orientations, toolbox talks, and field training.
Communicate safety expectations to English- and Spanish-speaking employees.
Coach crews on safe work practices and reinforce accountability with field leadership.
Support safe practices involving fall protection, ladders, lifts, hot work, confined spaces, and other construction activities.
Report to assigned jobsites on time and remain onsite for scheduled work hours, except for authorized travel or approved departures.
Keep the supervisor informed of location, site coverage, and schedule changes; remain reachable and respond promptly during working hours.
Notify leadership promptly of absences, delays, or issues affecting site coverage.
Complete required inspections, daily activity reports, incident records, and training documentation accurately and on time.
Travel between assigned project sites as needed.