Construction Safety Officer; CSO

Base pay range

CA $35.00/hr - CA $40.00/hr

My client is a well-established general contractor who specializes in wood‑frame mixed‑use and residential developments. They are currently looking to add a CSO to the team.

Well established general contractor with over 50 years of experience, diverse pipeline of projects, and a reputation for delivering quality projects on budget and schedule. They look to hire hungry individuals who want to develop their own skillsets.

As a Construction Safety Officer (CSO) you will work on construction project sites, assisting the Superintendent and site teams with overall First Aid and Safety responsibilities.

• Site Inspections:
  Conduct regular walk‑throughs and inspections of the construction site to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Safety Checks:
  Verify that all safety equipment, such as PPE, safety harnesses, and first aid kits, are available and in good condition.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Ensure that the construction site complies with all relevant local, provincial, and federal safety regulations.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incident reports, and safety meetings.
• Emergency Response Planning:
  Develop and update emergency response plans, ensuring all workers are familiar with evacuation procedures and emergency contacts.
• Safety Orientation:
  Provide safety orientation for new workers, ensuring they understand site‑specific hazards and safety protocols.
• Incident Investigation:
  Investigate accidents, near‑misses, or incidents to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences.
• First Aid and Medical Assistance:
  Provide first aid to injured workers and coordinate with medical professionals if further treatment is needed.
• Coordination with Management:
  Work closely with site managers, superintendents, and other supervisors to integrate safety measures into all aspects of the project.

• A minimum of 3 years working as a CSO on multi‑family sites.
• Experience with reputable GCs in North America that have established safety procedures.
• Experience working on wood‑frame sites (ideally 4–6 storeys).
• Strong communicator, confident in dealing with different personalities and building lasting relationships.
• Must be CSO Certified (or related) (NSCO) (OFA level
  3).
• Must be able to commute to sites in the Lower Mainland.

• Hourly rate:
  Ranges from CA $35.00 to CA $40.00 depending on experience.
• Vacation.
• Health and dental benefits.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Consulting

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