Safety Inspector

AECOM•Atlanta, GA

9h•$65 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM has an immediate need for a Safety Inspector with experience implementing, managing, and enforcing the Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) for construction and related projects within the USACE Savannah District. The SOH Specialist will ensure contractor compliance with applicable safety standards, including EM 385-1-1, and support the Government in enforcing safety requirements across multiple project sites. (Travel Required 40%)

Requirements

HS + 10 Years of relevant experience in safety inspections
US citizenship is required
Ability to travel to USACE Savannah District project sites.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background checks.
Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
Up to 50% of the time the position needs to move about indoor and outdoor construction site environments with uneven terrain, variable environmental conditions including heat, dusts, noise, moisture, and dryness
Occasionally (10-25% of workday) performing repetitive bending/stooping, repetitive or fine hand movements, working at heights, and lifting and carrying equipment weighing less than 25 pounds
At times the position requires working with arms above shoulder level, power gripping/squeezing (hand tools, levers, etc.), climbing stairs, using portable ladders, wearing fall protection, working in confined spaces, and lifting greater than 25 pounds
The position requires wearing associated personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to gloves, safety glasses/goggles, face shield, safety shoes/boots, hard hat, hearing protection, and fall protection

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 5+ years of construction safety experience.
Strong working knowledge of EM 385-1-1 and OSHA CFR 1910/1926 standards.
Experience reviewing APPs, AHAs, and high-risk activity plans.
Proven experience conducting safety inspections and incident investigations.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction (or ability to obtain)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP).
Experience supporting U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or federal construction projects.
Strong report writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Review contractor-submitted Accident Prevention Plans (APPs) within 10 business days and provide recommendations to the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) for compliance with EM 385-1-1.
Evaluate site-specific high-risk activity plans, including: Critical Lift Plans, Excavation and Trenching Plans, Confined Space Entry Plans, Lockout/Tagout Procedures.
Report violations of EM 385-1-1 and other safety requirements within 1 business day.
Prepare detailed safety inspection reports within 5 business days of inspection completion.
Provide bi-weekly status reports and monthly trend analyses of safety performance and deficiencies.
Participate in daily pre-task safety briefings (“Toolbox Talks”) to review Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
Conduct periodic and special-emphasis safety inspections of construction sites and facilities.
Evaluate hazard controls, PPE usage, and adherence to approved APPs and AHAs.
Monitor and track safety deficiencies through resolution.
Coordinate with Government and contractors to ensure corrective actions are implemented and documented within 3 days of notification.
Investigate and document all accidents, incidents, and near-misses.
Conduct Root Cause Analyses (RCA) for Class C or higher mishaps.
Develop “Lessons Learned” reports and support continuous improvement efforts.
Provide safety orientations and required training, including OSHA 30-Hour courses (minimum quarterly).
Assist in development and enforcement of APPs and AHAs.
Review Emergency Action Plans and observe semi-annual emergency drills.
Serve as liaison among project stakeholders on safety matters.
Support the COR in drafting correspondence related to safety deficiencies.
Keep the COR informed of all safety operations and project statuses.
Maintain organized records of inspections, training, and incident investigations.
Provide monthly summaries of recurring hazards and systemic safety issues.