(972) 393-4471
Gurnee, IL, US
Emp Type: Full time / Direct Hire
Industry: CONSTRUCTION
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Location: Naval Station Great Lakes, IL
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Project: NAVFAC Construction Project
Project Duration: 2 Years
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
The client is seeking an experienced Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) for a NAVFAC construction project at Naval Station Great Lakes. The work involves the repair and replacement of water treatment plant clearwells, including cast-in-place concrete, process piping, excavation, and confined space work in and around an operating utility facility.
The SSHO will manage the on-site safety and health program under EM 385-1-1 (2024) and work directly with the project team and the Government's representatives.
Develop, implement, and keep current the Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) under EM 385-1-1 (2024).
Conduct and document daily site inspections and track deficiencies to closure.
Lead site safety orientations, toolbox talks, and preparatory and pre-work safety meetings.
Oversee high-hazard work, including confined space entry, excavation, fall protection, formwork and concrete placement, and crane/rigging operations.
Verify subcontractor compliance, training records, and Competent Person designations.
Report and investigate incidents and near misses; prepare monthly exposure reports and OSHA 300/300A records.
Serve as the contractor's safety point of contact with the NAVFAC COR, with authority to stop work.
Qualifies as a Level 2 SSHO or higher under EM 385-1-1 (2024).
OSHA 30-Hour Construction (or General Industry) card.
24 hours of documented formal safety and health training within the last 5 years, in addition to OSHA 30.
3+ years of construction safety experience within the last 10 years on projects of similar type, size, and complexity (2+ years with a qualifying safety degree or accredited certification).
Proven experience writing and maintaining APPs and AHAs.
Current First Aid/CPR/AED.
Able to pass a background check for military base access (REAL ID or passport required).
Available full time on site whenever work is being performed.
Qualifies as a Level 1 SSHO, with 5+ years of similar-project safety experience within the last 10 years.
BCSP certification (CHST, CSP, ASP, or OHST).
40-hour EM 385-1-1 course (2024 edition).
Prior NAVFAC or USACE project experience, including ENG Form 6282 designation.
Competent Person training in confined space, excavation/trenching, fall protection, and scaffolding.
Experience on water or wastewater treatment projects, especially permit-required confined space work in an operating facility.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO)
Project Duration: 2 Years
Anticipated Start Date: Immediately
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