Site Safety And Health Officer

Job Title:

Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Job Description

The Site Safety and Health Officer oversees all environmental, health, and safety activities for a federal construction project, ensuring strict compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and other applicable regulations. The role focuses on construction safety, accident prevention, and environmental stewardship while supporting projects in the $3-8 million range. The SSHO promotes a strong safety culture, reduces workplace incidents, and ensures that all work meets regulatory, contractual, and project-specific safety requirements.

Responsibilities

* Serve as the designated Site Safety and Health Officer for a federal construction project, in full compliance with EM 385-1-1 Section 1 and Section 01.A.17.

* Ensure that all requirements of 29 CFR 1926.16 are met for the project and that the contractor's safety obligations are clearly implemented in the field.

* Remain on the work site at all times, or ensure an equally qualified Alternate SSHO is present, to implement and administer the contractor's safety program and the Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan.

* Administer and enforce the project's safety plans, including Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)/Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and site-specific safety procedures.

* Support and oversee a construction project in the $3-8 million range, ensuring that safety considerations are integrated into all phases of work.

* Spend approximately 90% of time in the field, actively observing work activities, identifying hazards, and verifying that crews follow safe work practices.

* Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor compliance with building codes, safety regulations, EM 385-1-1 requirements, and project specifications.

* Review and verify that all materials, tools, and workmanship meet project safety and quality standards.

* Investigate and troubleshoot reported safety and quality issues, identify root causes, and drive corrective and preventive actions.

* Oversee the training, credentials, and qualifications of workers on site, ensuring all personnel maintain required certifications and safety training.

* Lead or coordinate safety orientations for new workers and subcontractors, clearly communicating project safety expectations and procedures.

* Review and maintain daily safety paperwork, including logs, inspection reports, incident reports, and safety meeting documentation.

* Collaborate with project leadership, including superintendents and quality control personnel, to prioritize safety in planning and execution of all construction activities.

* Promote a safety-first culture on site by engaging with workers, reinforcing safe behaviors, and addressing unsafe conditions promptly.

* Support long-term safety planning for future projects, with flexibility to work on additional sites throughout the Southeast region as opportunities arise.

Essential Skills

* 3 to 20+ years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) management, preferably within a similar industry.

* Minimum of 5 years of continuous experience in construction safety, specifically in a construction environment rather than industrial or manufacturing.

* Demonstrated experience managing federal construction projects as the direct SSHO.

* Strong knowledge and practical application of EM 385-1-1 requirements, including Section 1 and Section 01.A.17 and associated sub-paragraphs.

* Proficiency in applying and enforcing OSHA standards, including OSHA 30-level understanding and 29 CFR 1926.16 requirements.

* Proven ability to administer and implement a contractor's safety program and a Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan on site.

* Experience conducting field safety inspections, hazard assessments, and compliance audits on active construction sites.

* Ability to review and manage Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), MSDS/SDS, and site-specific safety plans.

* Strong understanding of construction processes, building and safety codes, and project specifications as they relate to safety and quality.

* Ability to oversee and verify worker training, credentials, and certifications to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.

* Comfort working predominantly in the field (approximately 90% of the time) in an active construction environment.

* Strong problem-solving skills to investigate safety and quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.

* Clear, confident communication skills to engage with field crews, subcontractors, and project leadership on safety matters.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* OSHA 30-hour construction safety training certification.

* EM 385-1-1 training or equivalent experience applying EM 385-1-1 standards on federal projects.

* Experience with NAVFAC safety requirements and typical NAVFAC SSHO expectations.

* Prior experience on federal construction projects, including work under USACE or similar agencies, is a strong plus.

* Renovation construction experience is…