Site Safety and Health Officer - Washington D.C.

WHO WE ARE

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: accelerating the transition to a carbon-free future. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things and help fight climate change. Join us to lead the clean energy future.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days and much more.

Expected salary range of $103,500 to $115,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

LOCATION
This role will maintain an on-site presence at project sites 100% of the work week.

Initially, this role will be on-site at a project location in Washington D.C area. The predominant schedule for this role will be 2nd shift, but work hours will vary based on client needs. Occasional weekend hours may be required, based on project needs. This role will require the ability to work a varied shift/schedule on short notice. 

Following the D.C. based project, the Construction Project Manager will support other project sites across the Mid-Atlantic region. Travel to other project sites, as needed, will be required. 

Our ideal candidate will live in the greater D.C. metro or Northern Virginia area. 

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) is responsible for the development and review of the site-specific Accident Prevention Plan (APP), activity hazard analyses (AHAs), amendments to the accident prevention plan, on-site safety education, site safety meetings, overall safety and health compliance of the project, and a proactive innovative attitude towards solving difficult site-specific safety issues. The SSHO is responsible for managing, implementing, and enforcing the project Accident Prevention Plan. The SSHO shall provide full-time on-site safety and occupational health management, surveillance, inspections, training, reporting and safety enforcement.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Create, implement, and maintain a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan in accordance with EM 385-1-1.
• Develop required Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) for the project and coordinate review and understanding with all affected project personnel.
• Develop and implement project safety training programs, including initial safety orientation and ongoing safety and health training conduct training sessions and maintain training records for all project personnel.
• Conduct regularly scheduled site safety meetings and maintain records of meetings, inspections, deficiencies, corrective actions, incidents, and injuries.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety and health regulations, including EM 385-1-1 where applicable.
• Conduct daily safety and health inspections, maintaining a written log of inspected areas, dates, identified hazards or deficiencies, corrective actions taken, and dates corrections were completed.
• Enforce all safety policies and procedures ensure that all project personnel, including subcontractors and visitors, comply with all safety and health requirements.
• Lead and document investigations of all accidents and near-miss events complete and submit all required reports to appropriate parties.
• Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals used on-site along with their safety data sheets (SDS) retain relevant safety reference materials applicable to site activities.
• Attend all pre-construction conferences, tailgate meetings, pre-work meetings, preparatory meetings, and periodic in-progress meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Industrial Safety or related field (e.g. environmental health, radiation protection, biology, chemistry, engineering disciplines, etc.) with 5 years of related safety experience OR equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience as outlined below: 
  • Associate&rsquos degree plus 7 year of relevant safety experience
  • High School Diploma/G.E.D. plus 9 years of relevant safety experience
• OSHA 30-hour general industry or construction safety certification
• Documented continuing education training consisting of 24 hours within the past 5 years
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and EM 385-1-1 requirements
• Ability to stand, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
• Ability to climb ladders, reach with hands and arms to climb and balance
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (i.e. eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, fall protection equipment, etc.)
• Microsoft Office Suite experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with team members and business stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving/conflict resolution, time management, and independent decision-making
• Ability to work independently / self-starter

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BCSP Certification (CSP, ASP, or CHST)
• EM 385-1-1 certification
• Experience working on federal government projects
• 5+ years of construction site safety experience, highly preferred