Site Safety and Health Officer

The LaSalle Network; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The LaSalle Network is partnering with a well-established construction firm to recruit a Site Safety and Health Officer for on-site Des Plaines, IL projects. The role focuses on safety and quality oversight across federal and public agency builds, reporting to the Project Manager and collaborating with the project team.

Ideal candidates bring 5–10 years of field construction safety experience, a construction-related Bachelor's degree, and critical certifications (OSHA 30, EM 385, HAZWOPER,

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of construction safety/quality oversight experience with a general contractor.
• Bachelor's degree in construction-related field.
• Current OSHA/EM 385/Hazwoper/NAVFAC ECATTS certifications.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Proven ability to lead safety meetings and coordinate QC activities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain understanding of contract, plans and specs to support Project Manager.
• Create, update, and maintain project submittal log and QC reports.
• Review shop drawings/submittals for conformance with specs.
• Chair and document weekly QC and Safety meetings and minutes.
• Provide daily QC and Safety reports and address non-conformances.
• Conduct meetings to establish standards of care for work features.
• Verify materials conformity and safe handling/storage.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning of building systems.
• Develop and update QC & APP plans to align with safety standards.
• Work with subs/vendors to obtain safety documents (AHAs, lift plans).
• Collect and file safety meeting materials and toolbox talks.

Skills

OSHA 30-hour

EM 385 40-hour

HAZWOPER

NAVFAC ECATTS

CPR/First Aid

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction-related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Job description

Site Safety and Health Officer (162724) Des Plaines, Illinois

Salary: USD80000 - USD90000 per year

LaSalle Network is partnering with a well-established construction firm to find a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) to manage the daily responsibilities of assigned projects, ensuring construction meets established minimum standards. This role includes direct oversight of documentation and physical inspection throughout the workflow process, working closely with in-house personnel and external partners to deliver a quality product.

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced construction safety professional to take ownership of site safety and quality oversight on federal and public agency projects, working closely with the Project Manager and broader project team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the contract, subcontracts, plans and specifications to support the Project Manager in developing onsite procedures
• Create, update, and maintain the project submittal log and other project-specific quality control reports
• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with project specifications
• Chair and document weekly QC and Safety meetings with the superintendent, providing written minutes per contract requirements
• Provide daily QC and Safety reports reinforcing conformance with project standards and addressing non-conformances in a timely manner
• Conduct preparatory, initial, and follow-up meetings to establish standards of care for each definable feature of work
• Verify and document that materials received are conformant, properly handled and stored, and acceptable for project use
• Coordinate and document testing and commissioning of building systems
• Perform quality control testing and inspection per contract requirements and best practices
• Develop and update QC & APP plans to align with EM-385, OSHA, or other required safety standards
• Work with subcontractors and vendors to procure and develop required safety documents (AHAs, certifications, lift plans, etc.)
• Collect and file safety meeting materials, including toolbox talks and equipment inspections

What's Needed?

• 5 to 10 years of experience in the construction industry with a general contractor in general building construction
• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related discipline
• Knowledge of a wide range of construction materials, methods, scopes, and techniques
• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers "Construction Quality Management for Contractors" Certification within the last 5 years
• OSHA 30-hour certification / EM 385 40-hour certification within the last 5 years
• OSHA HAZWOPER certification
• NAVFAC ECATTS certification
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Proficient with computer software used in the construction industry
• Strong communication skills and good judgment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work at remote locations
• Ability to travel and relocate depending on project location

What's In It for Me?

• Opportunity to lead safety and quality oversight on federal and public agency construction projects
• Close collaboration with the Project Manager and broader project team
• Hands-on ownership of the full site safety and quality control process
• Exposure to a wide range of construction materials, methods, and project types
• Compensation: $80,000-$90,000
• Location: Des Plaines, IL
• Work Model: On-site