Site Safety and Health Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Reports To: Safety Manager
Department: Safety
FLSA Status: Exempt; Salaried

Summary

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for providing safety leadership and oversight on construction projects. The SSHO ensures compliance with company policies, project requirements, OSHA regulations, USACE EM 385-1-1, and other applicable safety standards.

Responsibilities include conducting job site inspections, leading safety meetings and training, reviewing Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs), supporting site-specific safety plans, identifying and mitigating hazards, investigating incidents, and working closely with project management, supervisors, subcontractors, and employees to promote a safe work environment.

The SSHO level will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, certifications, technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and project requirements. Candidates with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant construction safety experience are encouraged to apply.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to play a key role in building and maintaining a strong safety culture across active construction projects. The SSHO will work closely with project leadership, field teams, and clients to identify risks, implement effective controls, and ensure work is performed safely and in compliance with applicable requirements. 

We are open to candidates at different levels and will align the role with the individual’s experience, qualifications, and project needs. This position offers the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and grow within our safety organization.

Essential Functions

• Provide day-to-day safety oversight and support for construction projects.
• Conduct routine jobsite inspections, safety observations, and walkthroughs.
• Identify hazards and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop, review, and maintain Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs), Accident Prevention Plans (APPs), and other required safety documentation.
• Lead daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, orientations, and safety training.
• Monitor high-risk activities, including fall protection, excavation, lifting and rigging, electrical work, confined space, lockout/tagout, and heavy equipment operations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, USACE EM 385-1-1, contract requirements, and company safety policies.
• Assist with incident and near-miss investigations, reporting, and corrective actions.
• Maintain required safety records, reports, and documentation.
• Communicate safety concerns and recommendations to project management and the Safety Manager.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities.
• Promote a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

Education & Experience 

• Minimum of three (3) years of safety experience in construction, industrial, and/or environmental settings. 
• Experience serving as an SSHO or safety representative on construction projects preferred. 
• U.S. federal, military, or USACE construction safety experience preferred. 

Trainings & Certifications

• Valid First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain. 
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction or General Industry training, as applicable. 
• 40-Hour EM 385-1-1 training preferred. 
• OSHA 510 and/or OSHA 500 preferred. 
• BCSP credentials such as STS, STS-C, CHST, ASP, or CSP preferred. 
• Additional project-specific safety certifications and training as required.

 

Competencies

• Working knowledge of USACE EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, and applicable construction safety practices. 
• Ability to conduct jobsite inspections, identify hazards, and recommend effective corrective actions. 
• Ability and flexibility to oversee safety activities across multiple ongoing projects, prioritize competing demands, and respond effectively to project and jobsite needs. 
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in the field. 
• Ability to effectively communicate safety requirements to employees, supervisors, subcontractors, and project management. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Ability to meet project-specific safety requirements and training. 

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

This position requires regular work on active construction sites and may involve exposure to varying weather and construction conditions. Must be able to walk construction sites, stand and/or walk for extended periods, and lift and carry at least 40 pounds.

Schedule

Full-time position. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The SSHO must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including occasional early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on project requirements.

Travel

Travel requirements will vary based on project assignment. Local and project-related travel may be required.

Additional Information 

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and requirements may be modified, added, or removed at any time to meet the changing needs of the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Company provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.