Typical Pay Range $95,000 to $120,000 Annually
Deputy Project Manager / Quality Manager / Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)
The Deputy Project Manager / Quality Manager / Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the smooth operation, highest quality standards, and adherence to safety protocols across all contract activities. This position encompasses a dual responsibility in both project management and quality assurance, along with overseeing all safety measures to ensure a safe working environment in compliance with regulatory requirements. This position reports directly to a senior corporate official and operates independently from the Project Manager, especially in quality and safety matters.
Deputy Project Manager Responsibilities:
• Act as the central point of contact with the Government for all contract-related activities when the Project Manager is unavailable.
• Ensure consistent on-site presence during the Government's regular working hours and be available on-site within one hour outside of regular hours when the Project Manager is not available.
• Oversee and coordinate the management of all personnel working under the contract in the absence of the Project Manager.
• Facilitate effective communication between the Government and all contract personnel to address any issues promptly and ensure contract performance meets all expectations.
Quality Manager Responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain an effective quality control program to ensure services are performed in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), applicable laws, regulations, and best commercial practices.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of services to ensure compliance with contract specifications and standards.
• Identify deficiencies and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence and ensure non-recurrence of defective services.
• Maintain comprehensive records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions. Prepare and submit detailed quality control reports.
• Ensure all operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, and best commercial practices.
• Provide training and support to staff to ensure understanding and adherence to quality standards.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance service quality and efficiency.
• Ensure availability on-site during regular working hours and within two hours after working hours.
Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) Responsibilities:
• Provide leadership and supervision to the Safety Oversight Team, ensuring a minimum of one Competent Person is present at each project site.
• Function as the primary SSHO on-site during all project activities, or delegate an equally qualified Designated Representative/alternate as necessary.
• Develop, implement, and enforce the Contractor’s safety program in accordance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and maintain the government-accepted Accident Prevention Plan, ensuring its effective implementation across all project phases.
• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, incidents, and corrective actions. Prepare regular safety reports and presentations for project stakeholders, including recommendations for continuous improvement.