Construction Site Safety Manager/Trainer (SSHO)

RQ Construction•Carlsbad, CA

1d•$90,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

RQC, LLC is seeking Construction Site Safety Officers (SSHOs) to support military construction projects in San Diego County. This on-site role manages and enforces jobsite safety requirements while working closely with the project team to support safe, high-quality construction. Travel or relocation may be required. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, RQC, LLC is a nationally recognized Design-Build contractor serving commercial and government clients. The company manages projects across the United States and specializes in fast-track, ground-up construction, with a strong focus on Department of Defense projects. The SSHO leads site safety planning, coordination, and execution; ensures compliance with EM-385, OSHA regulations, contract requirements, and the project-specific Accident Prevention Plan; implements RQ’s internal Safety Management System; monitors daily field operations; and provides guidance and oversight to assigned safety personnel. The annual salary range is $90,000–$125,000, depending on experience. Benefits include a vehicle allowance, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with match, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Candidates must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at hire and pass drug screening and commercial criminal background checks, including a stricter Department of Defense background check when applicable for military-base access.

Requirements

At least 5 years of commercial construction experience.
At least 5 years of construction safety management experience at the jobsite level.
A combination of relevant work experience, hands-on training, and/or occupational safety certification programs.
Documented safety training averaging at least 24 hours annually over the past 5 years.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications, including Outlook and internet applications.
Current CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30 certifications, earned within the last 5 years.
Competent-person training or experience in Fall Protection, Confined Space, Electrical, Trenching/Excavation, PPE, and Scaffolding; other related professional degrees or certificates may be considered in lieu of competent-person training.
Evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.
Successful completion of drug screening and commercial criminal background checks, including a stricter Department of Defense background check for access to a military base when applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Department of Defense projects.
Previous experience with NAVFAC, USACE, and EM385-1-1 clients.
Familiarity with RMS/QCS and Viewpoint software.

Responsibilities

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