HSE Advisor - OCIP exp.

Safety Management Group, LLC•Richmond, VA

3d•$89,000 - $114,400•Onsite

About The Position

Safety Management Group (SMG) is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401 (k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products. SMG seeks an HSE Advisor with OCIP experience in Richmond, Virginia. SMG full-time, benefited Associates are eligible for Premium Pay after working 40 billable hours for the week. Premium pay is at a 1.35 multiplier. Annual pay/merit review/increase.

Requirements

A degree in Environmental Health and Safety or a related field is required.
5+ years of related work experience.
Experience with construction insurance.
Construction safety, HSE, risk management, or contractor oversight experience.
Knowledge of Owner-Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIP), contractor insurance enrollment, claims management, and incident reporting.
Experience conducting audits, inspections, field observations, and contractor compliance reviews.
Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, construction safety programs, and incident investigation processes.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and insurance representatives.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Oversee contractor safety performance, insurance compliance, and adherence to project HSE requirements on large-scale construction projects.
Serve as the OCIP loss control representative, managing contractor enrollment, claims processes, and incident reporting requirements.
Act as the primary liaison between the client and contractors, ensuring effective communication and alignment on safety, environmental, and project expectations.
Conduct field audits, inspections, and compliance reviews to verify adherence to OSHA regulations, project standards, and contractor safety programs.
Lead and support incident investigations and Root Cause Analyses (RCA), driving corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Review contractor safety plans, JHAs, permits, emergency action plans, and safe work procedures to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
Monitor contractor HSE performance and provide regular updates, reports, and recommendations to project stakeholders.