Senior SSHO: Lead Field Safety & Compliance

Gibraltar US, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibraltar US, Inc. is looking for a knowledgeable Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) in California to oversee field safety on construction projects. The SSHO will develop and enforce health and safety programs in compliance with OSHA, conduct inspections, and lead incident management.

The ideal candidate will have over ten years of experience in construction safety, particularly in federal projects. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of construction safety experience.
• Experience as SSHO on federal design-build projects over $5 million.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards.
• Ability to write and manage Job Safety Plans and Job Safety Analyses.
• In-depth understanding of construction hazards and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead field safety efforts on construction projects.
• Develop and implement safety programs in compliance with OSHA.
• Conduct regular job site inspections for compliance.
• Lead incident management and reporting.
• Deliver field safety training and support onboarding.

Skills

Construction safety experience

OSHA standards knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Gibraltar is seeking an experienced Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) to lead all field safety efforts on active construction projects, including federal design-build work. This role serves as the primary safety authority on-site, responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing health, safety, and environmental programs in compliance with OSHA regulations and project-specific requirements. The SSHO/Site Safety Manager will be on-site full-time during construction operations and work closely with Operations, Quality, HR, Project Managers, and field teams to promote a strong, proactive safety culture.

What You’ll Do

Safety Program Leadership

• Serve as the designated SSHO for construction projects, including federal design-build projects
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Field Safety Program, Safety Manual, Accident Prevention Plan (APP), and Job Safety Plan (JSP) templates
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA standards, including 29 CFR 1926, and all contract safety requirements
• Maintain authority to stop work for unsafe conditions or practices
  
  

Job Safety Planning & Compliance

• Write, review, and manage project-specific Job Safety Plans (JSPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for all scopes of work, including high-risk activities
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen to ensure safety plans reflect actual field conditions and sequencing
• Ensure JSPs and JSAs are communicated, reviewed, and understood by all field crews prior to work execution
  
  

Field Oversight & Inspections

• Conduct regular job site safety inspections to identify hazards and verify compliance
• Monitor construction activities involving heavy equipment, excavation, steel erection, welding, confined space entry, fall protection, and work at height
• Maintain a strong field presence to coach safe behaviors and reinforce safety expectations
  
  

Incident Management & Reporting

• Lead all incident, near-miss, and hazard investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
• Maintain all required safety logs, reports, and documentation
• Track safety metrics, analyze trends, and prepare reports for project leadership and senior management
  
  

Training & Coordination

• Develop and deliver field safety training, including toolbox talks, safety meetings, and safety committee activities
• Support HR with new hire safety onboarding, subcontractor safety requirements, and return-to-work processes
• Manage PPE and safety equipment distribution, inspection, and compliance
• Serve as the primary safety representative during OSHA inspections, client audits, and insurance reviews
  
  

Note: The Construction Quality Control Manager may serve in the SSHO role if qualified.

What You Bring

• Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) and alternate with a minimum of 10- years of similar experience and experience in the SSHO role on at least 2 federal design build projects each with a total construction cost of at least $5 million. The SSHO shall be on-site full-time during construction operations. The Construction Quality Control Manager may serve as the SSHO. The SSHO shall ensure that they requirements for 29 CFR 1926.16 for the project, shall be responsible for all reporting and maintaining safety on the project site.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction standards, including 29 CFR 1926
• Proven ability to write and manage Job Safety Plans (JSPs) and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
• In-depth understanding of construction hazards and risk mitigation strategies
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational, documentation, and reporting abilities
• Ability to influence safety culture and behavior without direct authority
• Comfortable working outdoors in active construction environments and traveling between job sites
• Ability to be on-site full-time during active construction operations