Job Description

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.

Belles Property Management LLC

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