Construction Safety Officer

Do you like working with different project teams in a fast-paced environment? Are you interested in joining an organization focused on making a positive impact? If so, we'd like to talk with you about growing with us.

We're hiring a full‑time Construction Safety Officer to support one of our client sites. This is a 4‑month contract with opportunities for extension and potential full‑time hire by the client.

The Safety Officer is responsible for overseeing all safety and health activities for construction work occurring at Fire Station 303 and the Canine (K9) Office Facility. This role ensures full compliance with MWAA safety requirements, OSHA/VOSH regulations, and site-specific protocols—particularly within occupied, operational, and secure airport environments. You will lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of robust safety programs to protect workers, airport personnel, and the public.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

In this position, you will:

Regulatory Compliance & Safety Leadership

• Promote and maintain full compliance with MWAA's Construction Safety Manual, OSHA 29 CFR 1910 & 1926, and Virginia VOSH regulations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce a comprehensive Site-Specific Safety & Health Plan (SSSP).
• Prepare, maintain, and update Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for all major work activities.
• Conduct frequent site inspections, safety audits, and compliance reviews for contractors and subcontractors.
• Oversee subcontractor safety performance to ensure alignment with project and regulatory standards.
• Lead and document weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

Incident Prevention & Response

• Investigate and document incidents, near misses, unsafe conditions, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain detailed safety records, logs, and reports in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain timely communication of hazards, procedural changes, and safety expectations to the project team.

Project-Specific Safety Oversight

Fire Station & Interior Renovation Work

• Monitor safety during selective interior demolition and phased renovation activities.
• Oversee safe execution of:
• Laundry and restroom conversions and upgrades
• Installation of ADA‑compliant showers and plumbing systems
• New flooring, ceilings, wall systems, and interior finishes
• Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection work
• Coordinate safety controls necessary to maintain continuous operation of the fire station during construction.

K9 Facility & Structural Upgrades

• Manage safety for construction of new exterior canopies, including concrete foundations, structural steel framing, and metal roofing.
• Oversee safety during interior renovations of exam rooms, multi-purpose spaces, locker rooms, and related areas.
• Provide safety oversight for construction of a structural addition to the men's locker room.
• Promote hazard prevention and controlled access within unoccupied work zones.

Airport Environment Safety & Security

• Maintain strict compliance with:
• MWAA security protocols
• Worker badging and credentialing requirements
• Controlled access procedures for secure and operational airport zones
• Coordinate closely with Airport Operations regarding work impacting active airfield or occupied facilities.
• Maintain heightened awareness of operational impacts, site logistics, and required emergency response procedures unique to an airport environment.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

Minimum Skills and Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience as a Safety Officer, Safety Manager, or similar role within construction.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, VOSH, and modern construction safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct hazard assessments, create JHAs, and lead incident investigations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to enforce safety standards and influence safe behavior across teams.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with contractors, subcontractors, and airport personnel.

Preferred

• Relevant certifications:
• OSHA 30
• CHST, STSC, CSP, or equivalent
• Experience working in occupied facilities and/or secure airport environments.

Why Join EnSafe?

• Employee-Owned Advantage
  
  EnSafe is 100% employee-owned, with an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) since 1997. That means when EnSafe succeeds, you succeed too, turning company growth directly into shared rewards.
• Commitment to Growth and Wellness
  
  The company supports personalized career development, mentorship, and employee wellness initiatives such as health tracking tools.
• Purpose Driven Work
  
  EnSafe's mission focuses on impactful environmental, health, and safety consulting—making a real difference in communities and is backed by its long-standing technical credibility.
• Safety as a Value, Not Just a Service
  
  Safety is deeply embedded in our culture, prioritizing employee well-being in addition to helping clients maintain compliance. We stress that "safety is part of everything we do."
• A Culture of Freedom & Ownership
  
  At EnSafe, our career philosophy is built on freedom. The freedom to take initiative, achieve your goals, and shape your own career path. Employees are encouraged to pursue growth in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment.
• Challenging, Creative Work
  
  Workdays at EnSafe are anything but ordinary; fast-paced, dynamic, and filled with opportunities to tackle projects in environmental consulting, health & safety, engineering, and technology. Every day calls for creativity, innovation, and agile problem-solving.

About EnSafe

EnSafe began as a two-person firm in 1980, navigating complex regulatory compliance issues on behalf of our clients. We nurture our people with growth and development opportunities. We build enduring, trustful relationships with each of our clients, with a focus on high ethical and safety standards. We build this reputation by attracting high-quality people and retaining them for the long term.

At EnSafe, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at our company.

EnSafe is committed to being an EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age (except for bona fide occupational qualifications), sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military or veteran status, any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, or association with a person on the basis on one or more of the foregoing.

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