What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Site Safety Manager/Trainer (SSHO) position at RQ Construction?
We are currently seeking Construction Site Safety Officers (SSHO) to support military construction projects in the Southeast U.S., primarily in the St. Mary's, GA area at Kings Bay Naval Base.
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.
Founded in 1996, RQC, 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.
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. The role also includes a vehicle allowance, along with medical, dental, vision insurance and 401K with match. In addition, employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in commercial construction
- 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
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications
- Current CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 30 certifications (within the last 5 years)
- Competent person training or experience in Fall Protection, Confined Space, Electrical, Trenching/Excavation, PPE and Scaffolding required. Other related professional degrees or certificates desired and will be considered "in lieu of" competent person training
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications such as CHST, OHST, or ASP (BCSP)
- Experience with NAVFAC or USACE clients and EM 385 1-1
- Experience with Viewpoint or RMS/QCS software
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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).
Salary : $90,000 - $125,000