Site Safety and Health Officer - Federal Construction

Top Five Responsibilities

• Provide technical and regulatory expertise to ensure compliance, safe workplaces, and continuous improvement of Accident Prevention Plan (APP). Ensure complete compliance with EM-385, latest version.
• Aids in the development of Safety plans during pre-construction phase and throughout construction.
• Identifies, develops, and implements programs to train supervision and employees in required safety practices, fire prevention, correct handling techniques for chemicals, toxins, equipment, tools and other materials, and other project specific safety applications.
• Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, AHA review, etc.
• Provides strategic direction to site and company leadership regarding project safety.

Position Responsibilities

• Assists the Project Manager, Superintendent, and Quality Control Manager on jobsites with adherence to company safety and loss control policies
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations for General Industry and Construction standards, EM385, DOT regulation and local fire codes
• Performs daily safety audits and PPE assessments
• Leads the investigation of construction related incidents and accidents, work closely with Project PM and Superintendent
• Supports field monitoring of employee exposures to job and chemical hazards
• Oversees subcontractors in the field to ensure they are following OSHA and EM385 protocols
• Maintains safety policies and notifies appropriate parties when safety policies are not met by employees
• Monitors and coordinates employee safety and environmental training programs and works with managers to ensure training is completed
• Creates, as needed, labels and signs to maintain regulatory compliance
• Completes and maintains routine safety logs and reports and submits in a timely manner
• Inventory and coordinates orders for personal protective equipment as needed
• Ensures contractor activities are preplanned and documented for safety through scope review, safety plans, preconstruction meetings, AHA review, etc. Submit documentation to USACE when appropriate and ensures approval prior to the start of work
• Participates in weekly safety meetings, new employee orientations, and daily toolbox meetings in the field
• Performs safety compliance audits; for example: Fall Protection, Grinder Safety, First Aid Kits, Eye Wash inspections, NFPA Life Safety (Fire Extinguishers, Emergency Lights, Exit Signs), Heavy Equipment Monthly Inspections (Forklift, and Boom lift), Scaffolding daily inspections
• Oversees high-hazard activities and ensures procedural requirements are followed

SSHO Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Engineering or related field and 2 years' experience as a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) on US Army Corps of Engineer projects.
• or
• Minimum 3 -5 years' experience as a Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) on US Army Corps of Engineer projects.
• In addition:
• OSHA 30 Hour
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Bluebeam required
• Ability to recognize onsite risk factors and take appropriate action with firmness and tact
• Solid communication and organization skills
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations for General Industry and Construction standards, EM385, DOT regulation and local fire codes

Benefits

• Bryan Construction is pleased to offer a comprehensive array of valuable benefits to protect your health, your family, and your way of life. We offer Health, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (H S A), Accident Coverage, Company Sponsored Basic life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Vacation, Sick Leave, and 401K with Company Matching.

EEO/AA Statement

• Bryan Construction is an EEO/AA Employer - applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, protected veteran status or other status protected by laws.

Background Investigation and Drug Screening are required.