Safety Officer

**About the Role** We are seeking an experienced **Safety Officer** to lead all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) activities for a **civil contractor on a major construction project.** The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with client requirements, local regulations, and industry best practices. This is a hands\-on leadership role requiring daily interaction with project management, subcontractors, and client representatives to achieve a zero\-incident workplace. **Prior experience as a safety person on a construction site is a requirement.** **Key Responsibilities** * Manage all site health, safety, and environmental programs. * Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, client safety standards, and company policies. * Conduct daily site inspections and safety audits. * Facilitate new employee and subcontractor safety orientations. * Develop and deliver toolbox talks and safety training. * Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions, and implement corrective actions. * Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), as applicable. * Review and approve Daily Pre\-Task Plans * Monitor high\-risk activities including: * Working at heights * Confined space entry * Crane and lifting operations * Electrical work and lockout/tagout * Excavation and trenching * Hot work * Track safety metrics and prepare weekly and monthly reports. * Coordinate emergency response planning and drills. * Build positive relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies. * Promote continuous improvement and proactive hazard identification throughout the project. **Qualifications** * Required: 5–10\+ years of construction safety experience. * Required: Hands\-on safety experience working on active construction sites. * Required: Experience with underground utility construction, including excavation, trenching, and installation of utility systems. * Required: Minimum 3 years supporting large commercial, industrial, civil, infrastructure, or utility construction projects. * OSHA 30 required. * Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards. * Professional certifications such as CHST, CSP, ASP, or equivalent are highly desirable. * Current First Aid/CPR certification. * Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital safety management platforms. **Preferred Experience** * Large commercial, industrial, or civil construction projects * Utility systems installation * General contractor project experience * Multi\-contractor construction environments **What We Offer** * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance * Retirement savings plan * Paid time off and holidays * Opportunity to work on challenging, high\-profile construction projects **How to Apply** Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume along with a brief cover letter outlining their relevant construction safety management experience. **Join our team and help build a workplace where safety is the foundation of every project.** Pay: $50,000\.00 \- $100,000\.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Vision insurance Work Location: In person