Job Description

Position Overview

The CMS OCIP Safety Professional (Ventura, CA) will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with project safety requirements and Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) standards. This individual will partner closely with project stakeholders, contractors, and insurance representatives to drive a proactive safety culture and ensure all work is performed safely and in accordance with regulatory and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Program Oversight

• Administer and manage project safety programs to ensure alignment with safety goals and regulatory requirements
• Provide strategic leadership in establishing and maintaining safe work environments for workers and the public
• Collaborate with project teams and safety professionals to support accident prevention initiatives

Risk Management & Compliance

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
• Perform regular site inspections and audits focused on hazard recognition, unsafe behaviors, and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, contract safety specifications, and OCIP requirements

OCIP Administration

• Coordinate contractor and subcontractor enrollment in the OCIP program
• Enforce contract requirements ensuring all parties are enrolled prior to performing onsite work
• Partner with OCIP brokers, insurance carriers, consultants, and risk management teams on claims and incident management
• Support loss control efforts and coordinate site visits with insurance representatives

Contractor Oversight

• Review contractor safety programs for completeness and applicability
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Issue Non-Compliance Reports for violations of safety regulations or OCIP requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• 8+ years of construction safety experience in commercial, industrial, heavy civil, or water/wastewater projects
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and federal/state/local safety standards
• Proven ability to identify hazards and implement corrective actions
• Experience working directly with contractors, subcontractors, and project teams
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Certifications (one required):

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional)
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)

Preferred:

• Experience managing or supporting OCIP programs
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in construction environments
• Membership in professional organizations (ASSP, NASP, or similar)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard reporting tools

What Success Looks Like

• Zero tolerance for unsafe conditions and behaviors
• Strong contractor compliance with OCIP and safety requirements
• Proactive identification and mitigation of project risks
• Effective collaboration with project stakeholders and insurance partners

Why ISS

• Access to high-impact projects across data centers and infrastructure
• Opportunity to work with top-tier clients and project teams
• Competitive compensation and consistent project pipeline

If you are a safety professional with OCIP experience and a strong construction background, we encourage you to apply and connect with our team.

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