Site Safety and Health Officer

MEB is seeking a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to support active heavy civil construction operations in the Richmond/Petersburg area. This role is heavily field-focused and works directly with project leadership, superintendents, foremen, craft professionals, subcontractors, and safety leadership to help maintain safe, productive, and compliant jobsites. We are looking for someone with practical construction knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to earn respect in the field. This is not a desk-only safety role. The ideal candidate understands how work actually gets built and can help support crews while maintaining high safety standards. Why This Role Support complex heavy civil and infrastructure projects Work directly alongside experienced field leadership Join a company with a strong field-driven safety culture Opportunity for growth within safety leadership Exposure to large-scale industrial, utility, and government projects Be part of a team that values practical experience, accountability, and teamwork Key Responsibilities Jobsite Safety & Compliance Conduct regular field inspections and hazard assessments Identify unsafe conditions and support corrective actions Support compliance with OSHA, company, and project-specific safety requirements Monitor high-hazard work activities including excavation, confined space entry, energy isolation, scaffolding, and elevated work Assist with permit-required work activities and safety controls Training & Field Support Conduct jobsite safety training and orientations Support field leadership with Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and safe work planning Help reinforce safe work practices across crews and subcontractors Maintain strong working relationships with project teams and craft personnel Support incident investigations and root cause analysis Assist with injury response, emergency situations, and corrective action implementation Maintain training records, inspection reports, and required safety documentation Support OSHA recordkeeping and project safety reporting requirements Safety Equipment & Program Support Assist with management of PPE and safety equipment Support safety program implementation and continuous improvement efforts Participate in project safety planning and ongoing risk assessments Required Qualifications Heavy civil construction experience Strong field presence and communication skills STS-C certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment Working knowledge of construction operations and jobsite hazards Ability to communicate effectively with field leadership and crews Proficient with Microsoft Office and general computer systems Preferred Backgrounds We are open to candidates from several backgrounds, including: Prior SSHO or construction safety experience Extensive field leadership experience transitioning into safety Foreman or superintendent-level experience with strong safety involvement Experience supporting active construction operations and field crews Current STS-C or ability to obtain within 30 days required. CHST certification preferred Experience on heavy civil, industrial, water/wastewater, or government construction projects What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate: Understands how construction work is actually performed in the field Can communicate professionally and respectfully with crews and supervision Has the confidence to address unsafe conditions when needed Is motivated to continue learning and growing within safety leadership Brings practical experience, accountability, and sound judgment to the jobsite This position is primarily field-based and requires regular interaction with active construction operations. The role will primarily support projects in the Richmond/Petersburg area, with occasional support to other regional operations as needed. Company truck or vehicle allowance available based on position level and business needs. 401(k) with company match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending account (FSA) Life and disability insurance Paid time off Additional Requirements Pre-employment drug screen required. E-Verify. DMV review required. MEB is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr