SSHO

Job Description Our client is seeking a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to support a federal healthcare construction project at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing site-specific safety and occupational health (SOH) programs, ensuring compliance with all federal, OSHA, and contract requirements. This is a fully dedicated safety role, reporting to the Site Project Manager, with full authority to enforce compliance and stop work if necessary. Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site SSHO full-time for the duration of construction activities
• Implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Site Safety & Health Plan (SSHP)
• Conduct daily safety inspections and maintain safety logs
• Lead daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, and AHA reviews
• Develop and review Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for all definable features of work
• Ensure compliance with

EM 385-1-1, OSHA

(29 CFR), and all federal/state safety regulations

• Monitor PPE usage, site controls, hazard mitigation procedures, and emergency response plans
• Oversee compliance with infection control and interim life safety measures specific to healthcare environments
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses; produce required reporting
• Track and resolve safety deficiencies to ensure compliance
• Deliver or coordinate weekly safety training and maintain training documentation
• Provide recommendations to site leadership on hazard mitigation and safety improvements
• Coordinate with superintendent, project management, and government representatives for safety compliance
• Maintain proper documentation for regulatory and contract compliance
• Exercise authority to stop work when unsafe conditions exist We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.

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• OSHA 30 (Construction)
• 5+ years of experience (preferably consecutive or within the last 7-10 years) in a dedicated SSHO or safety role
• Experience supporting federal/USACE construction projects
• Proven experience implementing or managing a Site Safety & Health (SOH) program on projects of similar size/scope
• Documented formal safety training within the past 3 years
• Strong working knowledge of EM 385-1-1 and OSHA regulations
• Ability to manage safety documentation, reporting, and compliance processes
• ASHE Healthcare Construction Certification (HCC) ○ Must have or obtain within 30 days (company-paid)

EM 385-1-1

certification

• Experience working in healthcare construction environments (hospitals, clinics, medical facilities)
• Familiarity with infection control protocols (ICRA, ILSM)