Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Elite Surface Infrastructure; North Dakota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,125; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company is looking for a Site Safety & Health Professional (SSHO) in North Dakota to oversee safety on a federal construction project. The role includes implementing safety protocols, conducting inspections, and providing training to ensure compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have substantial experience in construction safety management, including certifications like EM 385-1-1 and OSHA 30. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 5 years of continuous construction industry safety experience in supervising/managing general construction.
• Experience working with Federal construction projects.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) for handling hazardous waste.
• Conduct daily site inspections and lead toolbox talks.
• Develop and maintain safety documentation and incident investigation logs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Current EM 385-1-1 certification

Valid First Aid / CPR Certification

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

Job Title: Site Safety & Health Professional (SSHO)

Job Status: Full-Time / Weather Dependent

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Grade: $1538.47 - $1826.93 per week - DOE

Reports To: TBD

Location: North Dakota - 58540

Amount of Travel Required: TBD

Schedule: Monday through Sunday. From 7:00am to 5:00pm, 11 days on 3 days off, hours & days can vary based upon Owner/GC requirements and workload. 2-3 Months until project is completed.

Overview

We are hiring a experienced SSHO to manage site safety on a federal construction project in North Dakota. The SSHO ensures full compliance with the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and EM 385-1-1 standards, driving proactive jobsite safety. The SSHO will also provide full-time on-site safety and occupational health management, observance, inspections, training and safety enforcement ensuring the safety of all workers onsite.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) for handling hazardous, toxic, and radioactive waste


• Conduct daily site inspections and lead toolbox talks


• Develop and maintain AHAs and safety documentation


• Coordinate closely with Superintendent and QC on safety matters


• Conduct incident investigations and maintain OSHA 300 logs


• Maintain SDS library and safety records onsite


• Attend pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings, and three phase inspection meetings

Requirements

• Must have a current EM 385-1-1


• Experience in implementing Accident Prevention Plan (APP)


• Worked on USACE / Federal Projects


• Valid First Aid / CPR Certification


• 5 years of continuous construction industry safety experience in supervising/managing general construction


• Experience working with Federal construction projects.


• Posses and OSHA 30 certification


• Valid driver’s license


• Pass background check and drug screening


• Ability to wear PPE and work in varying indoor/outdoor environments


• Strong attention to detail, communication, and ability to work under pressure

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crawling, and material handling


• Lift 10–50 lbs. frequently; up to 100 lbs. occasionally


• Occasional climbing and overhead reaching


• Continuous physical activity throughout workday


• PPE required at all times on job sites


• Indoor and outdoor work with exposure to varying weather conditions


• Equal Opportunity and E-Verify participating employer


• Reasonable accommodation available as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.