Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), Pantex

Quanta Services

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related field
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
  • Supervisory experience managing 1-3 safety professionals and safety technicians
  • Preferred: Master's degree in occupational safety or Industrial Hygiene
  • Preferred: Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan and safety plans according to contract requirements
  • Conduct daily safety inspections and audits, exercising stop-work authority when necessary
  • Lead safety orientations and provide specialized safety training for project personnel and subcontractors
  • Investigate incidents and unsafe conditions, producing detailed reports with corrective action recommendations
  • Manage industrial hygiene monitoring programs, including air and noise assessments
  • Serve as primary communication liaison with DOE safety representatives and regulatory agencies
  • Maintain safety documentation and metrics, ensuring compliance and recordkeeping

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Access to mental health support and resources
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and company-observed holidays
  • Ongoing training and development programs
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Employee recognition and rewards program
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Maternity and paternity leave programs
Full Job Description
COMPANY: Quanta Government Solutions

JOB TITLE: Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

DEPARTMENT: Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

LOCATION: Amarillo TX (On-Site)

REPORTS TO: Project Manager / Corporate HSE Director

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt / Full-Time

Quanta Government Solutions is seeking a Safety Manager for dedicated support to a NNSA mega construction project in Amarillo TX. The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing the program-wide safety program to ensure a safe working environment across all QGS project operations. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, NNSA safety guidelines, and any site-specific safety requirements, while driving a proactive safety culture throughout the project team.

In this position, the Safety Manager will oversee compliance with all contractual safety and health requirements; ensure appropriate safety measures are implemented and followed throughout the duration of the contract; identify and ensure timely and appropriate correction of safety issues related to the work performed; and assign responsibility for a minimum of daily jobsite safety and health inspections during all periods of work activity, including subcontracted work. The Safety Manager will lead safety professionals, conduct hazard assessments, manage incident investigations, and serve as the primary safety interface with clients and regulatory agencies across multiple projects within the program.

What You'll Do

  • Develop, implement, and maintain the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and all required safety plans in accordance with contract requirements
  • Conduct daily site safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments; exercise stop-work authority when imminent danger or serious safety violations are identified
  • Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized safety training for all project personnel, subcontractors, and visitors
  • Investigate all incidents, near-misses, and unsafe conditions; prepare detailed investigation reports with root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations
  • Manage industrial hygiene monitoring programs including air sampling, noise surveys, heat stress monitoring, and radiological exposure tracking
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with DOE safety representatives, site occupational medical personnel, and regulatory agencies on all safety and health matters
  • Maintain and submit all required safety documentation, metrics, and reports including OSHA recordkeeping, safety statistics, and regulatory compliance records
  • Work a minimum of 50 hours per week; must be available on-site during all active construction operations including extended shifts and weekends


What You'll Bring

What You'll Bring:

Required Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related field


Preferred Education and Experience
  • Master's degree in occupational safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related discipline


LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Required Licenses/Certifications

  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification


Preferred Licenses/Certifications
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Supervises 1-3 safety professionals and safety technicians


TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 40%

Overnight required: Yes, occasionally for corporate safety meetings or training

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

If one-third of the time - "seldom" or "occasionally" If one-third to two-thirds of the time or more occasionally to frequently" If more than two-thirds of the time - "constantly"]
  • Stationary Position - Occasionally
  • Pushing/Pulling/Reaching - Occasionally
  • Climb - Frequently
  • Kneel - Occasionally
  • Grab - Occasionally
  • Bend - Frequently
  • Lift/carry over - Up to 40 lbs occasionally
  • Vision - Constantly (hazard identification, inspections)
  • Hearing - Constantly


WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Wet or Humid - Frequently
  • Working near or on moving mechanical parts - Frequently
  • Working near or on heavy machinery - Frequently
  • Working in high places - Frequently
  • Exposed to fumes or airborne particles - Occasionally to Frequently
  • Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals - Occasionally - with required PPE
  • Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions - Constantly
  • Work with Electricity - Occasionally
  • Work with explosives - Seldom
  • Work on or near a source of radiation - Occasionally - controlled environment per site requirements
  • Loud noise conditions (above 87dB)- Frequently
  • Other Environmental Factors - Extreme temperatures, wind, dust; PPE required including respirators, hard hat, and steel-toe boots


Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Get

Our Benefits & Perks
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • Access to mental health support and resources
  • Generous paid time off (PTO), Military Leave and company-observed holidays

Growth & Development
  • Ongoing training and development programs
  • Career advancement opportunities to support professional growth
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Recognition & Financial Well-Being
  • Employee recognition and rewards program
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options (based on plan selection)

Family Support
  • Maternity and paternity leave programs to support growing families

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