Site Safety and Health Officer; SSHO EM

Job Title
:
Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) EM 385-1-1

Location
:
Wilmington, DE

Type
:
Full Time (Multi Year Project)

Salary
: $85,000 - $110,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Expected Hours
: 50+ Weekly

This is a bridge renovation project administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). It is located near the Summit Bridge in Wilmington, DE.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing safety programs on federal construction projects, ensuring compliance with US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, and company policies.

• This position requires the worker to be on the site (no remote).
• Implement and oversee the project's Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with EM 385-1-1 standards.
• Review/Approve Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and ensure crews understand AHAs before work.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and ensure the worksite complies with OSHA, EM 385-1-1, and company safety policies.
• Authority to stop work when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Develop and lead project-specific safety training and toolbox talks for on-site personnel.
• Monitor compliance with fall protection and other hazard-specific requirements.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and ensure proper documentation and corrective actions are taken.
• Maintain accurate safety records, including daily safety logs, training certifications, and inspection reports.
• Serve as the point of contact for safety-related issues, liaising with site management, subcontractors, and federal representatives.
• Conduct and document weekly safety meetings with project stakeholders.
• Provide weekly safety reports to the Corporate Director of Safety.

• SSHO candidate must meet EM 385-1-1 SSHO qualifications.
• Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience, with at least 3 years on projects requiring EM 385-1-1 compliance (in the past 10 years).
• Must meet EM 385-1-1 SSHO continuing education requirements (minimum 24 hours of documented safety training within the past 5 years).
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Card (required).
• First Aid/CPR certified (required).
• ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor Certification.
• 24-hour Competent Person for Fall Protection training that complies with EM 385-11 section 21.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, organizational, multi-tasking, communication and conflict management skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to enforce safety policies effectively.
• Strong understanding of EM 385-1-1, OSHA standards, and hazard analysis processes.
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining safety documentation, including incident reports and training records.
• Computer knowledge in sending emails, daily reports, construction look-ahead schedules, and Smart Phone/tablet use.
• Strong work ethic with a passion to fulfill commitments.
• Professional demeanor and commitment to safety excellence.
• Sincere obligation to client satisfaction.
• Work will also require working from heights, working on and over water, varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment.
• A pre-employment drug screen, physical, & functional capacity exam are required.

• Previous experience on lock and dam, or heavy civil projects.
• Knowledge of federal safety regulations and environmental compliance.
• Experience with lead coatings removal.

• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST).
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS).

• Competitive salary based on experience/education/certifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, and 401k/profit sharing.
• Additional life and disability insurance, as well as family coverage plans are also available.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with a focus on safety excellence.