Construction Safety - Field

About the role

ValSource is actively seeking a dedicated and experienced Field Safety Representative to join our team on a full‑time basis at our client’s site in Elkton, VA. This role supports a long‑term Safety Leadership Program initiative within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. The Construction Safety Field Representative provides owner safety oversight during construction, commissioning, qualification, and validation, supports high‑risk work planning, contractor performance, incident investigations, and corrective action closure, and helps drive a Zero Harm culture.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety programs aligned with owner requirements, applicable client standards, and OSHA/state regulations.
• Coach contractors, safety professionals, and project teams as a visible field safety resource.
• Review JSAs, SPAs, permits, and high‑risk work plans for clear hazards and controls.
• Conduct weekly jobsite inspections and verify corrective action closure.
• Lead or support incident investigations, root‑cause analysis (RCA), CAPA development, and closure tracking.
• Monitor KPIs, near misses, leading indicators, and contractor safety performance.
• Support onboarding, orientations, safety reviews, Tier meetings, peer audits, and pre‑bid/pre‑award discussions.
• Build strong field relationships and support MOC/safety planning during commissioning and qualification.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish is required.
• Local candidates only; no per diem or travel expenses available.
• 5+ years of construction safety management experience, including contractor oversight.
• OSHA 510 certification required; OSHA 500 preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and relevant state/local construction safety regulations.
• Experience with incident investigations, RCA, CAPA, and corrective action closure.
• Ability to coach, influence, and communicate with field teams and leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; basic data analysis preferred.
• Ability to work onsite full‑time in Elkton, VA and stop unsafe work when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, construction management, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with behavior‑based safety, near‑miss reporting, contractor scorecards, or recognition programs.
• Full‑time onsite role in an active construction environment with regular field presence, including walking jobsites, climbing ladders/stairs, and supporting field operations.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.