Safety QA Inspector - Aviation

Overview

San Diego International Airport has construction underway across its property, and every active work zone puts crews, airport staff, and travelers on the same ground. As Safety QA Inspector for the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, you'll hold contractors to OSHA, state, and contract safety requirements before small issues become incidents, working in the field across the Authority's construction projects.

Ramos CS, now part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is an engineering, program, and construction management firm providing quality transit, transportation, and infrastructure consulting services on public projects across the Western United States. We focus on mobility-related projects that serve the needs of our communities within the municipal, transit, transportation, airport, and port sectors. With a staff of diversified, licensed professionals, our philosophy stems from the idea that successful project execution starts with people. On an active airfield, that starts with making sure every one of them goes home safe.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and inspects a variety of facility construction projects to ensure compliance with project documents / project contracts, state and federal regulations, and known industry safety standards for construction activities including: CSO, TSO, ESO and OSHA Form 33 on projects throughout Airport Authority property.
• Performs necessary field inspections to monitor, evaluate and document safety issues relating to construction projects and processes.
• Prepares daily inspection reports and periodic progress reports on corrective measures undertaken by contractors when safety deficiencies are noted.
• Assists on an as-needed basis in planning, developing, and implementing Authority-wide and specialized training programs in support of Authority's projects, ensures that the program initiatives protects airport staff, contractors and the traveling public at construction sites; including but not limited to training in such areas as: hazard communication, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, fall protection, scaffolding safety, crane lifts, heavy equipment operation, and Injury and Illness Prevention Program and 10 & 30 hour OSHA classes.
• Reviews the safety program performance and safety performance on construction projects to ensure compliance with regulatory mandates and current professional practices; recommends and communicates appropriate safety standards and guidelines; verifies the compliance of contractors’ safety plan with laws and regulations; tracks and reports safety metrics.
• Assists in conducting accident investigations and injury, illness, and accident reports to ensure all casual factors have been identified and reported; collects relevant data through observation, testing, and interviewing; analyzes potential causes of accidents and injuries; prepares responsive and required reports.
• Conducts workplace audits, inspections, and investigations; reviews work practices, and makes recommendations to ensure compliance with pertinent safety standards and laws, as well as accepted safe work techniques; and ensures that personal protective equipment (PPE) is readily available for use and properly maintained.
• Participates in external professional associations and maintains a current working knowledge of industry best practices and any changes in regulatory standards and requirements regarding occupational safety and health in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field, or equivalent, or graduation from high school or G.E.D.
• Minimum experience in construction safety, accident prevention, loss control and/or risk management:
  • Six (6) years of experience.
  • Two (2) years as a safety inspector in commercial facilities construction; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• OSHA 30-hour construction course.
• Competent Person designation in Trenching & Excavation.
• Competent Person in Scaffolding & False Work.
• Competent Person in Fall Protection.
• Current CPR & First Aid Card.
• Experience in construction safety, accident prevention, los control, and/or risk management pertaining to vertical structures (e.g., airport terminals, buildings).
• OSHA 500 (train-the-trainer) certification.
• 24-hour min HAZWOPER certification.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $60,000 to $100,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
• Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
• Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
• National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.