Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Accord Federal Services LLC; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accord Federal Services LLC is seeking a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) in Salisbury, NC to enforce project safety and health requirements. You will maintain on-site presence during construction, conduct safety inspections, and manage safety programs as per OSHA regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of construction safety experience or a relevant degree, with certifications and a strong understanding of federal safety standards. This role fosters a proactive safety culture throughout the project.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Outreach certification completed within the past five years.
• Minimum seven years of construction safety experience or related degree.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer the project-specific safety program.
• Conduct daily site safety inspections and document findings.
• Lead safety meetings and trainings for staff.

Skills

Hazard assessments

Incident investigations

Safety training

Written and verbal communication

Proficient in safety documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Outreach

Job description

About Accord Federal Services, LLC

Accord Federal Services, LLC is a veteran-owned government contracting firm located in Knoxville, TN. Our core area of business is facility management and maintenance of federal government properties. We have been in operation for over thirteen years and have existing contracts at locations across the country.

Overview

The Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for implementing, administering, and enforcing all project safety and occupational health requirements in accordance with OSHA standards, EM 385-1-1 requirements, and VA contract specifications. The SSHO will maintain a continuous on-site presence during construction activities and oversee the contractor’s Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), safety inspections, training, and compliance efforts. This role works closely with project management, subcontractors, and government representatives to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and administer the project-specific safety program and Accident Prevention Plan (APP).
• Conduct and document daily site safety inspections and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Lead weekly and monthly safety meetings for supervisors, foremen, subcontractors, and trade personnel.
• Develop, review, and coordinate Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for project tasks and phases.
• Maintain an on-site presence during all active construction operations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct new worker safety orientations and site-specific safety briefings before personnel begin work.
• Maintain all required safety documentation, inspection records, training records, and meeting minutes.
• Coordinate weekly safety reporting and communicate findings and corrective actions to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
• Monitor high-hazard operations including fall protection, scaffolding, excavation/trenching, electrical work, cranes, demolition, rigging, ladders, and fire/life safety activities.
• Ensure subcontractors maintain qualified Competent Persons for applicable work activities.
• Support and participate in monthly third-party or corporate safety inspections.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through ongoing training, hazard recognition, and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Outreach certification completed within the past five years.
• Minimum seven years of construction safety experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or related field with at least five years of construction safety experience; OR Current Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification with at least three years of construction safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards, EM 385-1-1, and federal construction safety requirements.
• Experience managing safety programs on federal or government construction projects preferred.
• Ability to conduct hazard assessments, safety inspections, incident investigations, and safety training.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in preparing safety documentation, reports, AHAs, and compliance records.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, subcontractors, and government representatives.
• Knowledge of high-risk construction operations including fall protection, excavation/trenching, scaffolding, electrical safety, cranes, demolition, and rigging.
• Ability to work full-time on active construction sites and maintain site presence during work activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), USACE, or other federal construction projects.
• Current CSP or CHST certification.
• EM 385-1-1 40-Hour training.
• Experience leading safety programs for multi-employer construction sites.
• CPR/First Aid certification.