Safety​/OSHA Inspector

Overview

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape imaginative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most creative talent, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a passionate and client-focused Safety Inspector for engagement on significant projects in the Nation’s Capital.

In this position, you’ll assist in providing technical support, safety training, and site safety oversight. You will be responsible for the enforcement of our Health and Safety Plans and for providing safety oversight and support for large-scale construction projects. You will partner with our HSE lead, construction managers, project management, and contractors to manage the overall construction effort. You will actively support and contribute towards a positive safety culture and our Beyond Zero Program.

Safety will be your priority, as you contribute to “incident free” operations and maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety in everything you do.

• Conducts safety surveys at a variety of workplaces to identify and evaluate non-compliance with safety and occupational standards.
• Evaluates safety management effectiveness and recommends to management measures to control hazards and potential hazards.
• Prepares reports and analysis of circumstances, actions taken, and recommendations made for modifications in the accident prevention program.
• Provides feedback information concerning the effectiveness of the control measures to management with recommended modifications indicated by the analyses.
• Conducts follow-up surveys to evaluate management effectiveness in controlling hazards and to assure management recognizes its responsibility and role in the program.
• Perform safety oversight for multiple job sites.
• Review and/or develop Job Hazard Analysis for project activities.
• Investigates accidents and reviews accident reports to ascertain facts and identify contributing causes in order to prevent reoccurrence.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in occupation health or a related field or 15 years of experience in a construction safety position.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction and occupational health and safety.
• Current OSHA 30-Hour certification
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Working knowledge of health and safety hazards associated with various environmental and construction-related activities, such as working around heavy machinery; excavation and trenching; electrical and mechanical systems; tools; crane rigging/lifting; heat stress; confined spaces; elevated work; hazardous and toxic contaminants; flammable and combustible materials; demolitions; hot work; etc.
• United States citizenship.
• CQM for contractors certification.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $80,000.00 to $; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on January 14, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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