Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Aleut Federal•Washington, DC

4d•$110,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for planning, management and supporting the functional area of environmental safety and health (ES&H) for assigned project(s). Establish and maintain contact with Project Manager, Corporate ES&H Manager, and others as required to fulfill health and safety commitments on assigned projects. Anticipate potential safety-related problem areas and evaluate and recommend solution or corrective actions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Construction, Health & safety or similar relevant field in applied occupational health and safety, emphasizing industrial hygiene (IH) cross training. Equivalent relevant work experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
Current OSHA 30-hour General Industry Safety Training
Current EM 385-1 Training
Valid First Aid and CPR
Construction Quality Manager (CQM)
Minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years of continuous construction industry safety experience supervising general construction, five (5) years of constant general industry safety experience managing safety programs
Knowledge of applicable government health and safety regulations and standards, including EM 385-1-1.
Demonstrated experience with event investigations, issues management/action tracking for safety and IH subject areas.
Ability to develop and implement corrective action plans due to identified issues.
Demonstrated industrial hygiene (IH) knowledge and other health and safety requirements.
Demonstrated ability to monitor work activities, evaluate health and safety conditions, and facilitate corrective actions.
Ability to prepare safety-specific documents independently, including project-specific safety plans and Activity/Job Hazard Analysis. Ability to identify and monitor for industrial hygiene issues.
General knowledge of federal contracting processes, practices, requirements, and guidelines for construction projects.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience managing subcontractors.
Ability to review, evaluate, and develop appropriate health & safety and IH policies and procedures.
In-depth knowledge and ability to read prints, plans, schedules, and inspections.
Strong verbal and writing skills required for communication with clients, management, and team members.
Strong computer skills using MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc), Procore and RMS.
Must be able to read, analyze, and interpret data
Ability to manage injuries and illnesses as well as accident prevention
Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize tasks
Must be able to document issues and resulting resolutions.
Be effective in a high-stress environment.
Organize/perform/assign work with minimum supervision.
Ability to solve practical problems; ability to interpret and understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Learn and evolve new methods and systems.
Ability to perform repetitive movements of the fingers, hands, wrists, and arms, including use of computers and other office or field equipment.
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods.
Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb stairs or ladders as necessary to inspect work and oversee project activities.
Must be able to safely navigate active construction sites, including uneven or rough terrain, unfinished surfaces, stairs, and other project work areas.
Must be able to access and move throughout construction and project areas to observe work, conduct inspections, and oversee site operations.
Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including, but not limited to, safety glasses, protective footwear, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection, fall-protection equipment, full- or half-mask respirator, and/or face mask, as required by the work environment.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
Must be able to pass pre-employment background screening.
Must be able to be cleared for base or site access; NRL required U.S. Citizenship
Must be able to work a schedule that aligns with project requirements and operational needs, including extended hours, early mornings, evenings, weekends, or other non-standard hours as necessary required by the project needs.
Must be able to travel as required to support projects and company operations, generally up to 10%.

Responsibilities

Implement and administer the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and ensure compliance across all project activities
Ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA (29 CFR 1926), and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Manage and support construction and general industry safety programs for assigned projects
Act as the controlling authority for site safety, including subcontractors
Establish and maintain communication with Corporate ES&H Manager, Project Manager, and regulatory agencies as required
Ensure overall program compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards
Maintain a full-time on-site presence whenever work is being performed
Monitor daily work practices of employees, contractors, and subcontractors
Conduct daily safety inspections and enforce corrective actions
Stop work when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified
Recommend issuance of Notices of Non-Compliance and follow through to ensure corrective actions are implemented
Provide supervision and guidance to craft and administrative personnel regarding health and safety requirements
Lead development and review of Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) prior to each definable feature of work
Identify hazards and ensure appropriate controls are implemented
Ensure AHAs are communicated to and acknowledged by all workers prior to the start of work
Anticipate potential safety and industrial hygiene (IH) risks and provide technical direction to mitigate hazards
Conduct and document weekly toolbox talks and monthly supervisor safety meetings
Provide ongoing safety, health, fire prevention, and hazard awareness training
Research and develop training materials and assist in delivery of OSHA and company-required training programs
Maintain required safety documentation, including APP, AHAs, permits, inspection reports, and daily field reports
Prepare and maintain accident reports, exposure reports, and audit documentation
Conduct accident investigations, compliance audits, health surveys, and insurance audits; document findings and corrective actions
Report incidents in accordance with EM 385 and company reporting requirements
Coordinate with Superintendent, QC Manager, and project leadership while maintaining safety independence
Interface with client representatives (ACO/COR) and participate in preconstruction and QC meetings
Communicate safety expectations, risks, and performance between management and field personnel
Collaborate with internal departments and business units to support project success
Escalate industrial hygiene concerns Regional Program Director/Corporate S&H Manager as appropriate.
Provide proper flow of communication from upper management to team members and vice versa.
Perform duties, responsibilities, assigned tasks with minimal direction oversight.
Work with other departments within the company and business units as required.
Other duties as assigned.