On-Site Safety Officer (SSHO)

Position Summary

BASED IN NORTH CAROLINA

• ON-SITE REQUIRED The On-Site Safety Officer (SSHO) is responsible for planning, implementing, and enforcing all safety, health, and environmental requirements for the project in compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1, OSHA, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The SSHO serves as the primary on-site authority for safety matters and has the authority to stop work when unsafe conditions or practices are observed. This position is dedicated full-time to the project and works closely with project management, quality control, subcontractors, and government representatives to ensure a safe, compliant, and mission-ready jobsite.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Management Develop, implement, and maintain the Site-Specific Safety and Health Plan (SSHP/APP) in accordance with EM 385-1-1 and contract requirements. Prepare, review, and enforce Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for all definable features of work prior to commencement. Conduct and document daily safety inspections and hazard assessments across all work activities.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EM 385-1-1, UFC, and installation-specific safety requirements for all personnel and subcontractors. Training & Workforce Safety Conduct site safety orientations for all employees, subcontractors, and visitors. Deliver and document daily toolbox talks, weekly safety meetings, and task-specific safety briefings.

Verify required safety training, certifications, and competent person designations. Incident Prevention & Reporting Enforce safe work practices and immediately correct unsafe conditions or behaviors. Investigate all incidents, accidents, near-misses, and property damage events. Prepare incident reports, root-cause analyses, and corrective action plans in accordance with contract and regulatory requirements.

Coordinate incident notifications and follow-up actions with project leadership and Government Safety Representatives. Government & Subcontractor Coordination Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for Government Safety Representatives, inspectors, and auditors. Review and approve subcontractor safety plans, AHAs, and safety documentation prior to work.

Participate in project planning meetings to integrate safety into construction sequencing and execution. Documentation & Compliance Maintain complete and accurate safety records including inspections, training logs, permits, and corrective actions. Ensure compliance with environmental protection, fire prevention, PPE, equipment operation, and hazardous material requirements.

Support Quality Control personnel where safety and quality responsibilities intersect. Authority Full authority to stop work due to unsafe conditions or non-compliance. Authority to require corrective actions prior to resumption of work. Authority to remove non-compliant personnel from the jobsite. Required Qualifications Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience, preferably on federal or DoD projects.

Thorough knowledge of EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, and DoD construction safety requirements. Proven experience developing and enforcing SSHPs/APPs and AHAs. Strong communication, leadership, and documentation skills. Required Certifications OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety EM 385-1-1 Safety Training Certificate Current First Aid / CPR / AED Competent Person training (Fall Protection required; Excavation, Confined Space preferred) Preferred Qualifications Prior experience on USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC, or joint-service installations Professional safety credentials such as CHST, CSP, or equivalent Experience with complex or mission-critical facilities (airfields, hangars, industrial, secure facilities) Familiarity with DoD Quality Control and contract administration processes Physical & Work Requirements Ability to work full-time on an active construction site Ability to access all areas of the project, including ladders, scaffolding, and elevated work areas Ability to work extended hours as required by project schedules Ability to meet installation access and background requirements Travel & Access Requirements Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD installation access credentials Travel may be required based on project location and duration