Site Safety and Health Manager (SSHO) – Federal and Public Construction

Due to an increase in awarded projects, Place Services, Inc. and its partners are looking to hire a Construction Site Safety Officer (SSHO) to oversee the onsite daily quality control and safety management of PSI Federal and Public General Construction projects.  

Reporting to the PSI and partner Project Site Superintendent in the Federal and Public (F&P) division, the Construction SSHO contributes to Place Services, Inc. and its partners’ success by providing the planning, organizing, and oversight of the assigned project; completing quality and safety inspections; supervising sub-contractors and staff on Federal and Public agency construction projects all while maintaining the highest standards of excellence.   Must have at least 10+years of experience in the construction industry and trades with 5+ years as a designated Safety and Health Manager with experience as a Site Supervisor with extensive experience in Quality Control and Safety Programs in medium to high complexity Commercial, Industrial, Federal, or Public construction projects.   

Who is Place Services, inc.? 

"Building Our Company by Building Our People"

Place Services, Inc. is a nationwide Commercial General Contractor and Subcontractor company specializing in remodeling and new construction of retail Big Box stores. PSI was founded in 2006 and has grown into a $100+ million dollar company. We have worked for a wide range of clients and retail giants including the Air National Guard in Ohio, Delaware City Schools Ohio, Walmart, Publix, JC Penny’s, Best Buy, CVS, RaceTrac, QuikTrip, Kroger, and Macy’s, and is continuing the company’s explosive growth with recent new work in the Federal and Public Government.

Purpose of this Job… 

The Construction SSHO will be full-time onsite daily to ensure the construction and renovation of the Laboratory (Bldg. 310) for project 552-18-101, at the Dayton VA Medical Center, 4100 W. Third Street, Dayton, OH 45428-9000.   The project duration is 925 calendar days from the PSI’s receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP) and will require daily oversight of the project site ensuring quality and safety of all project stakeholders and activities from a seasoned and experienced construction professional able to manage numerous sub-contractors and a provide exceptional services and products to Veterans Administration meeting all required safety standards.

What you will be responsible for… 

• Serving as the PSI onsite Construction Site Safety and Health Officer (CQC/SSHO)

• Completing all required on-site paperwork.  Ability to coordinate site access for all project stakeholders

• Coordinating construction project schedules and operations with subcontractors and PSI employees

• Representing PSI with professionalism and integrity

• Schedule, manage, and assist, as needed, subcontractors 

• Set expectations of subcontractor and hold them accountable for quality and safety

• Provide direct accountability for job safety reporting and documentation 

• Complete reports and documentation required or requested by management

• Inspect and secure job site to prevent damages and theft

• Ensure a safe work environment by following and enforcing OSHA safety standards.  Ensure US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM 385-1 safety regulation and OSHA compliance

• Establish sequence & manner to carry out work, consistent with Project Site Superintendent's direction and to keep the project on schedule 

• Ability & willingness to study, understand, direct, perform, based on construction drawings

• Prepare and document job meetings, safety meetings, reports, daily pictures & logs

• Be willing to physically work as needed

• Always be willing to accomplish other project-related tasks and support that may be required at any given time

Required Skills & Abilities… 

• Reading and understanding construction drawings and Federal specifications to include project schedule critical path activities, quality control requirements and safety standards

• Must fluently speak and write English, Bi-Lingual speaker a plus

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Time Management skills are imperative 

• Intermediate computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook 

• Must be computer savvy with spreadsheets, sending pictures, Excel & Word programs

• Ability to be onsite daily during required working hours and travel as required and have a US valid driver’s license.   Able to pass a background check for project site access

• OSHA & CPR training or certification with USACE EM 385-1 experience or certification.  Must be able to identify hazards and ensure safety compliance at all times. Highly desired to have current USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) certification or be able to obtain it within 90 days of hire

Required Education & Experience… 

• Previous experience as a Construction Site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager, or SSHO on medium to highly complex Federal or Public construction projects

• Minimum 10-year experience in a construction role with 5 of those years in a safety manager role on complex commercial or federal projects.  Demonstrated experience and success with Quality Control and Site Safety and Health processes.  Preferred recent experience on USACE and/or NAVFAC construction projects and processes

• High School Diploma or Equivalent 

What PSI offers…

• Family-owned company
• Above industry standard salary
• Mileage, Hotel, and Per Diem pay
• Multiple Health Insurance plans and Accident Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off, and holidays

As an EEO employer, Place Services, Inc. is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Place Services, Inc. shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.