Site Safety and Health Officer

Richard West Haven, CT

Full Time Mid Level 10+ years

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About This Role

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for developing and reviewing accident prevention plans, conducting safety education, and ensuring overall safety compliance for construction projects. This role ensures projects adhere to local, state, and federal health and safety guidelines, providing advice and recommendations for improvements.

Responsibilities

Create and implement site-specific Accident Prevention Plans per EM 385 1-1
Create and review Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) and Work Plans
Ensure all required safety submittals are approved in advance of preparatory meetings
Perform on-site inspections and observations throughout shifts
Provide project safety orientations and briefs
Document Weekly Safety Meetings, Inspections, Deficiencies, Corrective Actions, Man Hours, and Incidents
Lead and document Near Miss and Incident Investigations with Root Cause Analysis
Develop and implement OHS training programs
Oversee disposal of substances according to environmental guidelines
Ensure statutes, regulations, and codes are clearly understood and met
Enforce all safety and environmental policies and procedures

Requirements

10+ years of construction industry safety experience with federal government construction projects
30-hour OSHA construction safety class
EM 385 certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire
Experience managing safety on projects $20MM+

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and education
10+ years of construction industry safety experience with federal government construction projects

Nice to Have

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience and education
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification
Healthcare or hospital experience
HAZWOPR 40, Lead awareness, blood-borne pathogens, attendant, and rescue, general competent person, trenching and shoring competent person, forklift, man-lift, and fire watch training certified

Skills

EM 385-1-1 *

* Required skills

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Mentorship

Leadership Development Programs

Regular skills-based training

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) matching contributions

Two-month sabbatical leave for 10-year anniversary

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Parental leave policy

Certifications

30-hour OSHA construction safety class (Required) EM 385 certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days) (Required) Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification (preferred) (Required) HAZWOPR 40 (preferred) (Required) Lead awareness, blood-borne pathogens, attendant, and rescue, general competent person, trenching and shoring competent person, forklift, man-lift, and fire watch training certified (preferred) (Required)

About Richard

Richard, Purpose Builders is a fast-growing general contractor focusing on innovative and purpose-driven construction projects like healthcare facilities and data centers, emphasizing a culture-first approach and employee impact.

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