Site Safety and Health Officer

Site Safety and Health OfficerPosition Overview The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for managing and enforcing safety and health programs on federal construction sites, with a primary focus on NAVFAC and other federal projects. The SSHO ensures regulatory compliance, identifies and mitigates hazards, conducts inspections and training, and works with project leadership and government representatives to maintain a safe workplace and minimize risk to personnel, property, and the environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement, and maintain project-specific Site Safety and Health Plans (SSHP) and related safety documentation in alignment with NAVFAC and federal requirements.

Monitor the worksite daily to identify hazards, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with

OSHA, 29 CFR 1926, EM

385-1-1, CFR and other applicable federal regulations.

Perform job hazard analyses, risk assessments, and safety observations; recommend and verify corrective actions to eliminate or mitigate hazards.

Deliver safety orientation, toolbox talks, and specialized training to personnel; maintain training records and ensure personnel hold required certifications.

Provide oversight for high-risk activities including confined space entry, crane and rigging operations, excavation, fall protection, and hazardous materials handling.

Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified and coordinate corrective actions with site management and subcontractors.

Investigate incidents, near-misses, and occupational injuries; prepare incident reports, root cause analyses, and follow-up action plans.

Coordinate safety audits and inspections with NAVFAC, federal representatives, and third-party auditors; support corrective action tracking and close-out.

Maintain accurate safety records, daily logs, inspection checklists, and regulatory documentation for project files and government review.

Liaise with project managers, subcontractors, and government safety personnel (NAVFAC/USACE as applicable) to ensure consistent implementation of safety policies and continuous improvement.

QualificationsMinimum 5 years of construction safety experience on federal or commercial construction projects; experience with NAVFAC or other federal contracting environments required.

Demonstrated expertise in construction safety standards and regulations, including OSHA and 29 CFR 1926; working knowledge of CFR and other applicable federal requirements.

Familiarity with EM 385-1-1 and experience applying its requirements to construction operations preferred.

Proven ability to develop and implement Site Safety and Health Plans (SSHP) and conduct effective hazard assessments and incident investigations.

Experience overseeing confined space entry, crane and rigging operations is highly desirable; certifications (e.g., confined space trainer, crane rigging) are a plus.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing safety reports and presenting to government and project stakeholders.

Strong leadership skills, the ability to influence subcontractor behavior, and demonstrated stop-work authority experience.

Relevant certifications preferred: OSHA 30-Hour Construction, Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or equivalent.

Able to pass government background checks and hold any required security clearances; valid drivers license and willingness to travel to project sites.

U.S. federal project experience (NAVFAC required; USACE experience is a plus) and familiarity with federal contracting processes and reporting requirements.

BenefitsCompetitive compensationFull health benefits (medical, dental, vision)401k w/matchLife insruancePTOAD&D insuranceMuch more!