Site Safety Officer USACE

Compliance Management International•Corinth, VT

19h•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Compliance Management International (CMI) is seeking an experienced Site Safety Officer (SSHO) for a 6–8-week U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) construction project in Corinth, Vermont. This role requires a safety professional with strong field experience who can lead site safety efforts, ensure EM 385 and OSHA compliance, and partner with project teams to maintain a safe, productive work environment. Travelers are encouraged to apply and will receive per diem. Candidates must meet all USACE minimum qualifications and project requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of construction safety oversight experience within the past 10 years.
Experience serving as a Site Safety Officer, SSHO, Site Safety Manager, Construction Safety Manager, or Construction Safety Specialist.
Ability to obtain military installation access and security clearance.
Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and federal construction safety requirements.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction card (issued within the past 5 years).
Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
Minimum of 25 hours of documented formal safety training completed within the last 5 years (exclusive of OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR/AED).
Successfully pass a background check, drug screen, and fit-for-duty physical.
Must be eligible for USACE government project.
Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules as project demands require.
Reliable transportation to the project site.
Candidates must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
Candidates must be able to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
Candidates must be able to enter confined spaces when necessary.
Candidates must be able to work on uneven terrain and active construction sites.
Candidates must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
Candidates must be able to work outdoors in changing weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.

Nice To Haves

Previous USACE construction project experience.
EM 385-1-1 experience.

Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site safety leader responsible for ensuring compliance with USACE, EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and project-specific safety requirements.
Maintain an active field presence during all construction activities.
Conduct daily site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments.
Monitor changing site conditions and weather impacts on operations.
Identify hazards and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented.
Lead daily safety oversight and promote a strong safety culture among all contractors.
Conduct weekly toolbox talks and site safety meetings.
Update and maintain the Site-Specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and related documentation.
Maintain safety logs, inspection reports, training records, and project documentation.
Deliver new employee safety orientations and task-specific training.
Monitor PPE compliance and maintain site safety supplies.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and property damage events while recommending corrective actions.
Coordinate with project management, subcontractors, and client representatives regarding safety performance.
Support project quality initiatives and assist with QA/QC inspections and documentation when needed.