Safety Coordinator

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction (RLW) delivers complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across the western U.S. With over 50 years of excellence in heavy civil construction, RLW builds careers, communities, and a lasting legacy.

About the role

As a Construction Safety Coordinator, you will protect workers and ensure every project runs safely and smoothly. Safety is a core value at RLW—you’ll help build a culture where every worker goes home safe, every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead site safety activities and enforce safety rules
• Conduct inspections, audits, and hazard analyses
• Report to Division Safety Manager weekly/monthly
• Investigate accidents and coordinate with Risk Management
• Train employees (OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER, orientation)
• Maintain bulletin boards, equipment records, and safety documentation
• Travel to regional jobsites as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent field experience
• 1+ year of construction health & safety experience (internships count)
• Solid understanding of OSHA, federal, and state safety regulations
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Spanish fluency (read, write, and speak) is a strong plus
• Strong communicator with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and able to build trust across teams

Benefits

• People-first culture valuing collaboration, integrity, and mentorship
• Career growth with clear pathways to leadership and professional development
• Backing by Sterling Infrastructure, combining national strength with local agility
• Purpose-driven work shaping communities and improving lives

Pay

$80,000 to $90,000 per year, dependent on experience.