Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Job Title: Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) Location: Project Site - To Be Determined Job Type: Full-Time Industry: Federal Construction Job Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to oversee safety operations for federal construction projects, including elevator modernization, elevator installation, and related construction activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable OSHA standards, federal safety regulations, project specifications, and site-specific safety requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction safety, experience implementing safety programs, and the ability to identify hazards, enforce corrective actions, and maintain a safe working environment for employees, subcontractors, and other project personnel. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily construction site safety operations and ensure compliance with applicable OSHA standards, including 29 CFR Part 1926.Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific safety plans, Accident Prevention Plans (APPs), and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), as required.Conduct routine site inspections, safety audits, hazard assessments, and risk evaluations.Identify unsafe conditions and enforce corrective actions to prevent accidents, injuries, and property damage.Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and regular employee safety training.Monitor construction activities, including elevator modernization, electrical work, fall protection, and other applicable high-risk operations.Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and compliance with established safety procedures.Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare reports and recommend preventive measures.Maintain accurate safety documentation, inspection reports, training records, and incident logs.Coordinate with project managers, site superintendents, subcontractors, and government representatives on safety matters.Enforce safety policies and exercise stop-work authority when hazardous conditions or unsafe practices are identified.Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and contract-specific safety requirements. Minimum Qualifications Must have completed the OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Outreach Training within the past five (5) years.Must meet at least one of the following qualification requirements:Option 1: Seven (7) years of construction industry safety-related experience.Option 2: A degree in Safety and Health from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of construction industry safety-related experience.Option 3: Current Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification, plus five (5) years of construction industry safety-related experience.Strong knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards, including applicable provisions of 29 CFR Part 1926.Experience conducting safety inspections, identifying hazards, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining safety documentation.Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work on-site and coordinate effectively with construction teams and subcontractors. Preferred Qualifications Experience working on federal government construction projects.Background in elevator modernization, elevator installation, or related construction activities.Familiarity with federal construction safety requirements, including EM 385-1-1, where applicable.Experience preparing Accident Prevention Plans, Activity Hazard Analyses, and incident investigation reports. Key Skills Construction Safety | OSHA Compliance | Federal Construction Projects | OSHA 30-Hour Certification | Hazard Identification | Risk Assessment | Accident Prevention Plans | Activity Hazard Analysis | Site Inspections | Incident Investigation | Fall Protection | PPE Compliance | Safety Training | Regulatory Compliance | Elevator Modernization Work Environment This position requires an on-site presence at an active construction project. The candidate must be comfortable monitoring construction activities, coordinating with project personnel, and enforcing safety standards throughout the project. Travel and work schedules will depend on project location and contractual requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity Our client is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable employment laws and regulations.