Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO)

SSHO Position at GM Hill Engineering, Inc.

GM Hill Engineering, Inc. (GMHILL) is a woman-owned small business with 20+ years of experience in engineering, architecture, and construction services. We specialize in design-build, construction management, and facility assessments for federal, state, and local clients. Our proven track record ensures high-quality, low-risk solutions backed by strong performance ratings and repeat business.

We are seeking an experienced Site Safety & Health Officer to oversee on-site field operations and ensure all project activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and federal requirements. This role works closely with subcontractor supervisors to maintain safety vigilance while supporting project goals related to schedule, budget, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Key tasks include:

• SSHO provides daily safety oversight.
• Reviews/enforces site Safety Plans;
• Enforces/implements Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs);
• Provides onsite safety training.

Education and training requirements:

• High School diploma or GED required. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management discipline preferred and minimum of 5-years' experience in Superintendent, SSHO, Quality Control, and/or construction management roles. Demonstrated record of project safety and success on work valued from $500K to $10M+.

• OSHA 30 certification

• EM385-1-1 40 hour certificate

Knowledge, skill and competency requirements:

• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the operational regions.

• Must be physically fit to walk, climb ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, and meet other demands needed for inspections of projects and assessing areas of construction

• Must have proficiencies with industry standard software such as Procore, MSOffice, Excel, Word, MS Project & Outlook. RMS experience highly desired.

• Must be able to read and interpret complex project blueprints/plans and specifications; to include site/civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.

Qualified applicants at GMHILL must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents and must meet client security requirements. Positions requiring security clearance are open to U.S. citizens only.

Disclaimer: This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. G.M. Hill Engineering, Inc. (GMHILL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GMHILL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status, or any other legal protected status. Candidate selected must pass a thorough background check (including E-Verify), federal security clearance processes and comply with GMHILL's Drug and Alcohol policy adhering to pre-employment, random, post-accident and for cause testing.