Construction Site Safety and Health Officer

Bering Straits Global Innovations, LLC (BSGI) provides general construction services to commercial and government agencies, leveraging experience in commercial and institutional building construction, alarm system monitoring, plumbing, HVAC, and related services.

About the role

This position is based in Hanover, MD, and focuses on ensuring safety compliance and leadership on construction sites, particularly for federal projects.

Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership
  • Promote a proactive safety culture across every project.
  • Review all project team and subcontractor site-specific and activity-specific safety plans.
  • Ensure subcontractors’ project-specific safety plans comply with OSHA and USACE (EM385-1-1) requirements.
  • Coordinate directly with the project team and government safety representative for safety-related project tasks.
  • Participate in all regular meetings with contractors and government representatives, leading all safety-related discussions and topics.
  • Perform and document daily and regularly scheduled safety inspections of the project site and each trade’s work and work area.
  • Coordinate with the project management team for the development of site-specific safety training for all employees on the site, ensuring all relevant safety topics, OSHA, and EM 385-1-1 requirements are met.
  • Provide site-specific initial safety training for all employees working on the project site.
  • Coordinate with project QCM for documentation and reporting of exposure hours.
  • Continually monitor safety and immediately address unsafe conditions.
  • Lead by example through consistent safe work practices and accountability.
• Quality Control
  • Ensure all work complies with project plans, specifications, UFC requirements, and contract documents.
  • Review construction safety submittals for compliance with EM 385-1-1 codes, OSHA, project specifications, and drawings.
• Field Leadership
  • Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and field personnel to maintain project safety, schedule, and productivity.
  • Participate in regular site meetings and communicate project expectations to all trades and government representatives.
  • Maintain a professional and productive jobsite culture.
• Project Execution
  • Monitor construction progress and proactively identify potential safety impacts before they become problems.
  • Review construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents with subcontractors.
  • Support successful project turnover and closeout activities.
• Client Relationships
  • Serve as a trusted field representative for BSGI.
  • Build positive working relationships with Owners, Contracting Officers, CORs, Quality Assurance personnel, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
  • Communicate project progress, challenges, and solutions professionally and proactively.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum 10+ years as a Construction Safety Manager on commercial or federal construction projects.
• Experience managing safety on federal construction projects for agencies such as USACE, DoD, NAVFAC, GSA, or similar federal customers.
• Valid OSHA 30 Training (or higher).
• Valid EM 385-1-1 training certificate.
• Working knowledge of government safety requirements, EM 385-1-1, and OSHA.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and construction trades.
• Strong understanding of commercial building systems including architectural, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm, and fire suppression systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Valid Driver's License.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Fluent in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to federal and military installations.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
• Proficient in Bluebeam or similar PDF editing software.
• Take ownership of every project as if it were their own.
• Anticipate problems before they impact schedule or budget.
• Hold subcontractors accountable while maintaining strong working relationships.
• Communicate openly and professionally with the project teams.
• Value quality craftsmanship and refuse to accept mediocre work.
• Thrive in fast-paced federal construction environments.
• Actively seek out growth and leadership opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• USACE/NAVFAC QCM Certificate.
• Security Clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Experience working within an SBA 8(a) federal contracting environment.
• Existing relationships with subcontractors and suppliers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.
• Experience managing occupied renovations and secure government facilities.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift approximately 40 lbs alone.
• Must be able to spend extended periods of time (up to 2-4 hours) on your feet or walking around a project site, potentially on uneven surfaces or within areas actively under construction.
• Must be able to get to the project site on time, including secure government facilities, through access control points.

Work Environment

The role requires maintaining a constant state of situational awareness. Work locations vary depending on project sites in the greater Baltimore and DC-Metro areas. Employees are expected to transport themselves to and from project sites or the main office daily.

Schedule

Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, with start times varying from roughly 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM and typically ending between 3:30 PM and 5:30 PM. Availability for occasional overnight work or work beyond normal working hours may be required.

Pay

Wage/Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on some of the region's most technically challenging federal construction projects.
• A collaborative, mission-focused team committed to excellence, safety, and integrity.