Job Description:
Cape Fox Mountain Point is seeking a Site Safety (SSHO) Manager than can support the project as Quality Control (QC) Manager. The SSHO/QC Manager position will develop and implement the quality/safety program, QC/Safety plans, enforcing policies, assessing risk, and ensuring compliance with legal guidelines for the Mountain Point construction company. Work will be performed primarily in the Savannah, GA area and within the Southern United States (Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Arkansas, Florida). General construction work will include: facility operations and maintenance, building renovations and repair; new construction; pre-construction services, IT and physical security upgrades; electrical, plumbing and HVAC; and demolition. Civil and utility work will focus on specific electrical and underground water infrastructure (e.g., potable water, storm, sewer) and all associated earth moving services. The SSHO/QC Manager is responsible for management of the site specific Accident Prevention Plan and supporting the QC program.
The SSHO/QC Manager supports internal department development of the corporate safety program for standard operating procedures (SOPs), deliverables, subcontractors, and employees to embed the quality focus within the company. The employee will help improve and/or develop internal safety and quality policies. The SSHO/QC Manager will oversee the subcontractor safety personnel and quality specialists in support of the Safety Manager, project managers, site superintendents, operators, and their construction projects. The SSHO/QC Manager provides leadership and guidance for the department, works to improve core processes, and manages projects. The employee will maintain company quality/safety records and training records for internal compliance.
The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Employee may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Duties include:
Support development and direct the execution of the project-specific approved Contractor QCP and APP Plans with exclusive responsibility for administration of the plan and inspections of work.
Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to OSHA guidelines and EM385-1-1
Must be at the work site at all times to implement and administer the Contractor's safety program and Government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan
Conduct daily safety and health inspections and maintain a written log which includes area/operation inspected, date of inspection, identified hazards, recommended corrective actions, estimated and actual dates of corrections. Attach safety inspection logs to the Contractors' daily production report.
Conduct mishap investigations and complete required accident reports. Report mishaps and near misses.
Use and maintain OSHA's Form 300 to log work-related injuries and illnesses occurring on the project site for Prime Contractors and subcontractors and make available to the Contracting Officer upon request. Post and maintain the Form 300A on the site Safety Bulletin Board.
Maintain applicable safety reference material on the job site.
Attend the pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings including preparatory meetings, and periodic in-progress meetings.
Review the APP and AHAs for compliance with EM 385-1-1, and approve, sign, implement and enforce them.
Establish a Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Deficiency Tracking System that lists and monitors outstanding deficiencies until resolution.
Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.
Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals on site and their material Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Maintain a weekly list of high hazard activities involving energy, equipment, excavation, entry into confined space, and elevation, and be prepared to discuss details during QC Meetings.
Provide and keep a record of site safety orientation and indoctrination for Contractor employees, subcontractor employees, and site visitors.
Work Environment
Primary work will be supporting operations and maintenance and construction efforts on U.S. Government contracts at military installations. SSHO/QC Managers typically work full-time in a variety of settings, including offices, facilities or construction sites. The work typically involves considerable travel and fieldwork, and the employee can be exposed to dangerous or stressful situations. The employee will work on a team with other project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure that all aspects of a project’s design and construction are completed correctly.
Employee must be able to work with minimal supervision, be flexible, cooperative and take initiative; work well under pressure, plan, be resourceful, and well organized; maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and be polite and professional with the general public; maintain a professional approach towards work and a positive attitude and philosophy consistent with Company standards.
Job Requirements:
Education and/or Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the construction industry with experience as Project Superintendent, QC Manager, SSHO, Project Manager, Project Engineer or Construction Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management is a plus.
Must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification, safety compliance, and sustainability
At a minimum Certifications and training should include:
- USACE, Construction Quality Management Training for Contractors
- 40-hour OSHA training
- 30-Hour OSHA Construction Training (desireable)
- First Aid/CPR certification
Qualifications and Requirements
- Must be able to effectively manage subordinate managers and professionals
- Must be able to read and execute contract specifications and plans
- Must be capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language
- Proven knowledge of construction equipment, methods, and processes and how to incorporate best practices in daily activities
- Ability to complete special tasks and projects with limited direction and oversight
- Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate with others at all levels of the organization
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Able to work under strict requirements in government compliance
- Able to recognize issues on and off site and report to company
- Ability to travel to company work sites, as needed
- Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel and Windows Systems; Microsoft Project and Project Management tools a plus
- Proficient in Army Corps project management tool - RMS
- Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Sit or stand throughout a regular workday.
Able to work on computer for long periods.
This position requires the ability to maneuver around work sites, see, hear, and verbally communicate with co-workers and clients. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, climbing, or standing for prolonged periods of time; frequent opportunity to move about and to work outside the office environment for extended periods involving exposure to the elements with weather that will include extreme heat, cold, wind, rain or other inclement weather, walking over rough and uneven surfaces, and routine lifting of up to 25 pounds. If required, must properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times including but not limited to; hard hats, steel-toed boots, eye protection, respiratory protection, and hearing protection. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Safety
- Meet OSHA training requirements specific to project work and ensure project team employees meet the requirements
- Ensures adherence to all company safety rules and SOPs in area of responsibility
- Rectifies unsafe actions and/or conditions immediately
- Participate in maintaining safe work environment by sharing and participating in all safety related meetings, training, etc.
- Review, approve and develop AHAs and other site specific safety plans.
