Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Nova Group Inc., a Quanta Services company, is an industry leading general engineering construction company with 40 years of experience worldwide. Nova specializes in hydrant fueling, waterfront, electrical and utility military construction projects for the Department of Defense (NAVFAC, ACOE). Nova exceeds customer expectations through innovative construction, safety, quality and outstanding customer service. Headquartered in Napa, CA, with regional offices in Port Orchard, WA, Japan and project locations stretching across the US, as well as internationally, the opportunities are endless with Nova! Nova offers employees competitive health benefits, matching 401K contributions, career advancement opportunities, and endless training opportunities. Individuals who pride themselves on having a strong work ethic, commitment to their integrity, interest in giving back to local communities, and who are willing to relocate for career advancement opportunities should not hesitate to apply!

Are you interested in being able to travel the country while you help build complex projects that better our economy and future? How about having an opportunity to become an employee of a company where your opinion is valued and the CEO will know your name? If this is something that interests you, Nova is looking for individuals who can make a profound impact on our company culture every day.

Nova is proud to offer you: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Long and Short Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Assistance

Primary Function: Oversight of Department of Defense project safety program to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

Typical Duties: 

• Participate in the development, planning, and implementation of project-specific safety programs.
• Serve as the onsite safety subject matter expert throughout all construction activities.
• Conduct daily safety briefings and lead morning stretch-and-flex routines.
• Plan, prepare, and facilitate weekly safety meetings on relevant and timely topics.
• Develop, review, and update Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA), including daily AHA (RED Book) reviews with crews and subcontractors.
• Assess site-specific safety training needs and deliver appropriate training.
• Perform regular daily safety inspections of construction areas and operations.
• Identify, document, and recommend corrective actions for hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions; ensure timely resolution.
• Investigate personal injury incidents, near-misses, and property damage events; prepare incident reports in accordance with the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and relevant regulations.
• Conduct industrial hygiene sampling, including multi-gas detection, heat stress monitoring, air quality assessments, and noise monitoring.
• Issue and manage required permits such as burn permits, dig permits, confined space entry, and Lockout/Tagout.
• Assist with walkthroughs for employees, craft personnel, government inspectors, and regulatory authorities.
• Support emergency response activities as needed.
• Maintain safety systems and equipment, including fall protection, fire protection, rigging, shoring, first aid equipment, gas detectors, and Lockout/Tagout devices.
• Administer site safety incentive and recognition programs.
• Attend monthly SSHO committee or team meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• 5–10 years of construction safety experience with formal training.
• Strong knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA and USACE EM 385-1-1.
• Familiarity with environmental compliance requirements, including SWPPP and HAZMAT.
• Ability to identify hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with computers and standard office software.