Construction Safety Officer (CSO) - T&D

CIMA+; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian engineering firm seeks a Construction Safety Officer to ensure compliance with health and safety standards on complex infrastructure projects. Located in Vancouver, this role involves providing safety support, conducting inspections, and fostering a collaborative work culture. Candidates should have a degree in occupational health and safety, a CSO certification, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. A flexible hybrid work schedule and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive Group Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Flexible work schedule

3-5 weeks of vacation

Tailored training programs

Qualifications

• 2+ years of construction safety experience on civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of safety compliance and regulations.
• Ability to travel to various project sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and safety support to construction management.
• Monitor compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and hazard assessments.
• Lead safety communications including toolbox talks.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Knowledge of WorkSafeBC OHSR

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Leadership and coaching abilities

Education

Degree or Diploma in occupational health and safety

Valid Construction Safety Officer (CSO) certification

Job description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.

Welcometo people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.

At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

Job Description

CIMA+’s Project Management team is at the forefront of delivering construction projects across a wide range of industries, including institutional and heritage buildings, healthcare, public transportation, energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing. We pride ourselves on creating tailored project management solutions, guiding each project from start to finish. With a collaborative, transparent approach, we deeply understand our clients' vision and provide agile, effective solutions to navigate the complexities and uniqueness of every project. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are seeking a Construction Safety Officer (CSO) to ensure excellence in every aspect of our complex infrastructure projects and specifically in utilities (Transmission & Distribution). In this role, you will play a pivotal part in fostering a safe, efficient, and collaborative work environment on construction sites. By combining technical expertise with proactive leadership, you will ensure compliance with health and safety standards while promoting a culture of care and accountability. Your efforts will help protect our teams, support project success, and strengthen our commitment to excellence in workplace safety.

We offer a flexible hybrid work model, enabling you to work from home and our Vancouver office.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive technical, administrative, and safety support to Construction Management, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to safety standards
• Monitor work progress proactively, guiding teams to maintain compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements and expectations, including WorkSafeBC regulations, OHSR requirements, and project-specific safety plans
• Serve as the qualified coordinator for Prime Contractor responsibilities on multi-employer worksites, fostering collaboration and accountability
• Conduct daily safety inspections and hazard assessments, including FLRAs and task-specific reviews, to identify and mitigate risks promptly
• Support site supervisors and project managers in implementing the company’s OH&S program, offering practical solutions and coaching for continuous improvement
• Monitor high-risk activities (e.g., excavation, crane lifts, confined space, hot work)
• Conduct First Aid Risk Assessments and manage the first aid arrangements, ensuring that emergency procedures are robust and practiced regularly
• Lead safety communications, such as toolbox talks, orientations, and crew meetings, to promote awareness and engagement across all teams
• Investigate incidents and near misses thoroughly, preparing clear reports and actionable recommendations to prevent recurrence
• Champion a positive safety culture through consistent on-site presence, open communication, and collaborative problem-solving with subcontractors and crews

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, or any relevant field
• Valid Construction Safety Officer (CSO) certification recognized in BC (e.g., BCCSA CSO, NCSO or equivalent)
• Minimum two (2) years of construction safety experience, ideally on civil, industrial, or infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of WorkSafeBC OHSR, applicable guidelines, and industry best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to support documentation, analysis, and communication
• Excellent communication skills in English in order to build relationships and manage multiple stakeholders and clients
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to project sites across the province

The expected salary for this position is from $80,000 to $100,000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

For more information, please contact Alina Souralay.

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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