Construction Site Safety Manager/Trainer (SSHO)

Founded in 1996, RQ Construction, LLC is a nationally recognized Design-Build contractor serving both commercial and government clients. Headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, we manage projects across the United States with dedicated field teams on-site to ensure successful delivery. Our core expertise is fast-track, ground-up construction, with a strong focus on Department of Defense (DoD) projects.

We are currently seeking Construction Site Safety and Health Officers (SSHO) to support military construction projects throughout San Diego County. Although the position is based out of our Carlsbad office, project assignments may be located at various active military installations across the Southern California region.

The SSHO is responsible for managing and enforcing all jobsite safety requirements while working closely with the project team to support safe, high-quality construction. This is an on-site role and may require travel or relocation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and lead all aspects of site safety, including planning, coordination, and execution, to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. Maintain strict adherence to EM-385, OSHA regulations, contract requirements, and the project-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP), while implementing RQ's internal Safety Management System on assigned projects. Monitor daily field operations and work closely with project teams to support safe, efficient production. Provide ongoing guidance, leadership, and oversight to assigned safety personnel to ensure consistent safety performance across the jobsite.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary ranges from $90,000 to $125,000 annually, depending on experience


• Vehicle allowance, medical, dental, vision insurance and 401K with match


• Vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Qualifications & Experience

• 5 years of experience in commercial construction required


• 5 years of experience in construction safety management at the jobsite level (experience with DoD projects is preferred)


• A combination of relevant work experience, hands-on training, and/or occupational safety certification programs is required


• Documented safety training averaging at least 24 hours annually over the past 5 years required


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications


• Current CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30 certifications (within the last 5 years) required


• Competent person training or experience in Fall Protection, Confined Space, Electrical, Trenching/Excavation, PPE and Scaffolding required. Other related professional degrees or certificates will be considered "in lieu of" competent person training


• Previous experience with NAVFAC, USACE, and EM385-1-1 clients strongly preferred


• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and internet applications required


• Familiarity with RMS/QCS and Viewpoint software preferred

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices) marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to job site at military base (if applicable for position being hired for).