Construction Safety Site Manager | Spain- Freelancer (6-month assignment starting December)

DSS Sustainable Solutions; Madrid; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

dss+ is seeking a Construction Safety Site Manager to focus on identifying unsafe conditions, promoting a strong safety culture, and supporting risk reduction on a major project in the south of Spain.

You will act as a trusted on-site advisor to project teams, contractors, and client representatives, driving proactive safety practices, observations, and mentoring frontline personnel to improve safety outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field.
• Spanish fluency and English working proficiency.
• Experience in construction safety on large projects.
• Ability to identify and manage workplace risks.
• Experience with safety observations and behavioural safety activities.
• Experience coordinating with contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe working practices with project teams, contractors and site personnel.
• Identify unsafe conditions, behaviours, and risks on construction activities.
• Conduct site observations and safety inspections.
• Support proactive risk identification and mitigation processes.
• Facilitate safety discussions to improve performance.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to promote safety culture.
• Coach teams to strengthen safety awareness and accountability.
• Participate in incident reviews and corrective actions.
• Support client and project safety programmes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Influence without authority

Observation skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Occupational Health & Safety degree

Engineering or related discipline

Job description

About dss+

dss+ are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability.

With a heritage rooted in DuPont’s industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients.

Why This Role

Our client a leading energy business is looking for a Construction Safety Site Manager to manage the safety of a major construction project in the South of Spain.

As a Construction Safety Site Manager, you will work closely with project teams, contractors, and site leadership to promote a strong safety culture and help create safer working environments. Rather than being responsible for project delivery, schedules, or quality, your focus will be on identifying and addressing unsafe conditions and behaviours, supporting risk reduction initiatives, and influencing positive safety outcomes across the site.

You will operate as a trusted advisor and visible presence on site, engaging with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen safety awareness, encourage proactive risk management, and support the effective implementation of safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively engage with project teams, contractors, and site personnel to promote safe working practices


• Identify unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviours, and potential risks across construction activities


• Conduct site observations, safety inspections, and behavioural safety conversations


• Support the implementation of proactive risk identification and mitigation processes


• Facilitate discussions with site teams to identify opportunities for improving safety performance


• Build positive relationships with contractors, client representatives, and project stakeholders


• Coach and influence individuals and teams to strengthen safety awareness and accountability


• Participate in incident reviews, learning activities, and corrective action discussions where required


• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and shared responsibility for safety


• Support the implementation of client and project-specific safety programmes and initiatives

Who You Are

You are a proactive safety professional who enjoys working closely with people in the field. You are highly visible, approachable, and comfortable engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to influence safer behaviours and drive a positive safety culture.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction safety, site safety management, HSE, or a related field


• Experience working on large construction, infrastructure, industrial, or capital project environments


• Demonstrated experience identifying and managing workplace risks


• Experience conducting site inspections, safety observations, and behavioural safety activities


• Strong understanding of construction hazards, risk management, and safety systems


• Experience working collaboratively with contractors and multidisciplinary project teams

Capabilities

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills


• Ability to influence and coach others without direct authority


• Excellent observation, communication, and facilitation skills


• Proactive and pragmatic approach to problem-solving


• Ability to build trust and credibility with both leadership and frontline personnel


• Passion for creating safer workplaces and improving safety culture

Education & Languages

• Degree, diploma, or professional qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline


• Relevant health and safety certifications preferred


• Fluency in Spanish required


• Professional working proficiency in English

Mobility

• Must be able to work onsite in the south of Spain


• Must be available to start in December

Diversity & Inclusion

dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are passionate about construction safety and want to play a hands-on role in helping project teams identify risks, influence behaviours, and create safer working environments, we'd love to hear from you.