Construction Site Safety Manager/Trainer (SSHO)

RQ Construction•Carlsbad, CA

7d•$90,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

RQ Construction, LLC is seeking Construction Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHO) to support military construction projects throughout San Diego County. Although the position is based out of our Carlsbad office, project assignments may be located at various active military installations across the Southern California region. The SSHO is responsible for managing and enforcing all jobsite safety requirements while working closely with the project team to support safe, high-quality construction. This is an on-site role and may require travel or relocation.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in commercial construction required
5+ years of experience in construction safety management at the jobsite level (experience with DoD projects is preferred)
A combination of relevant work experience, hands-on training, and/or occupational safety certification programs is required
Documented safety training averaging at least 24 hours annually over the past 5 years required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications
Current CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30 certifications (within the last 5 years) required
Competent person training or experience in Fall Protection, Confined Space, Electrical, Trenching/Excavation, PPE and Scaffolding required. Other related professional degrees or certificates will be considered "in lieu of" competent person training
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet applications required

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with NAVFAC, USACE, and EM385-1-1 clients strongly preferred
Familiarity with RMS/QCS and Viewpoint software preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and lead all aspects of site safety, including planning, coordination, and execution, to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
Maintain strict adherence to EM-385, OSHA regulations, contract requirements, and the project-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP), while implementing RQ's internal Safety Management System on assigned projects.
Monitor daily field operations and work closely with project teams to support safe, efficient production.
Provide ongoing guidance, leadership, and oversight to assigned safety personnel to ensure consistent safety performance across the jobsite.