Site Safety and Health Officer

Job Summary

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for implementing, administering, and enforcing the Site-Specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) on federal construction projects. The SSHO ensures full compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, contract specifications, and all applicable federal safety standards. The SSHO serves as the primary on-site safety authority and has the authority to stop work for safety violations or imminent danger conditions. This position requires full-time on-site presence whenever work is being performed and may not hold other assigned duties while serving as SSHO. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

*Site locations may be San Antonio, El Paso or other location in Texas.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support site management’s requirement to safely deliver quality construction services in strict compliance with EM 385-1-1, contract specifications, and federal safety regulations
• Administer and enforce the Site-Specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP) in accordance with USACE EM 385-1-1, including preparation, implementation, and maintenance of Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) / Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Site Safety and Health Plans, Fire Prevention and Emergency Action Plans, and Fall Protection and Confined Space Programs
• Conduct and document initial site safety orientation for all employees and subcontractors
• Conduct and document weekly safety meetings (Toolbox Talks)
• Conduct and document daily AHA reviews with crews prior to commencement of work
• Verify Competent Person training for high-risk activities
• Provide EM 385-1-1 and OSHA compliance training
• SSHO shall be on-site full-time when work is being performed and shall have no other assigned duties
• SSHO shall have authority to stop work for safety violations or imminent danger conditions
• Review and approve subcontractor safety programs prior to mobilization
• Conduct daily documented safety inspections and hazard assessments of all work areas and immediately stop work for imminent danger conditions in accordance with EM 385 authority
• Maintain inspection logs available for Government Quality Assurance (QA) review
• Provide guidance for safety improvements and corrective actions
• Lead and document all accident, incident, and near-miss investigations in accordance with EM 385 reporting requirements and submit required reports to the Contracting Officer (KO), COR, and Corporate Safety within required timelines
• Ensure Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is completed and corrective actions are implemented and verified
• Prepare and submit required federal documentation including ENG Form 3394 (Contractor Accident Report), OSHA 300/300A logs, Monthly Safety Reports, Safety Metrics (TRIR, DART), and deficiency tracking logs
• Serve as primary liaison with the Government Safety Officer (GSO), Contracting Officer Representative (COR), and QA personnel for all safety matters
• Attend preparatory and initial control phase meetings per Three-Phase Quality Control System requirements
• Maintain OSHA 300/300A logs, AHA files, inspection records, training documentation, and submittal register compliance records in accordance with contract specifications and federal audit standards
• Remain current on health and safety legislation and industry best practices and implement changes as required
• Liaise with clients and other team organizations on health and safety matters
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Corporate Health and Safety Officer (CHSO) or Project Manager

Qualifications and Education Requirements 

• Certified as CHST or CSP by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
• Ten (10) years construction safety experience 
• Authority to stop work
• Minimum five (5) years documented experience as SSHO or Safety Manager on federal construction projects
• Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, VA, or other DOD/DOW agency construction safety programs
• Experience implementing EM 385-1-1 safety requirements on federal construction projects
• Preferred experience with fall protection systems and training
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction (29 CFR 1926)
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Qualified SSHO per EM 385-1-1
• Preferred certifications include USACE 24-hour Fall Protection Competent Person, 8-Hour Confined Space Competent Person, 40-Hour HAZWOPER, ASHE Health Care Constructor, and AHA Certified Health Care Constructor (CHC)

Required Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to develop and implement Health and Safety policies, plans, and procedures
• Demonstrated objective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software
• Auditing skills and experience
• Strong presentation, written, and oral communication skills suitable for large groups and executive staff
• Continuing safety education and certifications preferred

Physical Requirements 

• Work is performed on active federal construction sites and high-risk construction areas and may require compliance with base access protocols and security clearances
• Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking with occasional bending, reaching, and lifting

Additional Notes 

• Additional incentives may also include per diem, a relocation bonus, and paid lodging. 
• Place of support: On-Site/ Various locations Across the United States 
• High-volume construction operations with accelerated project timelines
• We maintain a drug-free workplace 

*The OutFit is a small business that specializes in Project Management and Quality Assurance for DOD Medical Treatment Facilities. We have numerous team contracts to perform services to the US Army Corps of Engineers. We have performed services all over the US at various Medical Treatment Facilities.

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, gender identity or national origin.