Safety Specialist

SETS II is seeking a Safety Specialist to work on the ongoing Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security (CISA) Headquarters building in SE Washington, DC. This work takes place on an active construction site. The candidate will maintain a safe working environment by conducting regular inspections, identifying potential hazards, providing employee safety training, investigating incidents, and ensuring compliance with all applicable safety regulations, with the primary goal of minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.

Primary Duties include the following for construction site personnel from the SETS II contract:

• Conducting daily safety inspections of work areas and equipment and will report metrics as required.

• Conducting regular safety meetings and awareness campaigns to promote a safety culture.
• Providing training and education of staff in safety work practices
• Leading and providing assistance to PMs on the development of Activity Hazard Analysis forms

• Investigating all job site accidents and near misses to determine root causes. Recording and reporting findings
• Preparing detailed incident reports and identifying corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Implementing corrective actions and monitoring their effectiveness.

• Staying updated on all applicable safety regulations (OSHA, local, industry-specific) and ensure compliance
• Monitoring adherence to both SETS II and the General Contractor’s safety policies and procedures
• Maintaining accurate safety records and documentation

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Examining the construction job site to identity potential hazards or hazardous situations
• Identifying defective tools and equipment
• Training workers on the safe of use of construction tools and equipment
• Submitting all required safety documentation, monthly metrics and employee safety related records

Qualifications/Education:

• 5+ years of Construction Safety experience
• Bachelor’s Degree Occupational Health or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated experience as a leader, specifically for teams of installers on construction sites
• Ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines and multiple company’s safety personnel
• Very strong attention to detail
• Very strong problem-solving skills
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications required
• CPR and AED training a plus
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices
• Experience with writing policies and procedures for health and safety
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS Entry-on-Duty (EOD) Suitability determination
• General work hours – Monday -Friday 6am-2pm
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DHS EOD (Entry on Duty)

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays