Construction Safety Site Manager | Spain- Freelancer (6-month assignment starting December)

Job description

About dss+ dss+ are a purpose-led global consultancy partnering with organisations in high-risk and asset-intensive industries to solve complex operational challenges across safety, operational excellence, and sustainability. With a heritage rooted in DuPont’s industrial operations, we combine deep expertise, practical problem-solving, and digital innovation to deliver measurable and lasting impact for our clients. Why This Role Our client a leading energy business is looking for a Construction Safety Site Manager to manage the safety of a major construction project in the South of Spain. As a Construction Safety Site Manager, you will work closely with project teams, contractors, and site leadership to promote a strong safety culture and help create safer working environments. Rather than being responsible for project delivery, schedules, or quality, your focus will be on identifying and addressing unsafe conditions and behaviours, supporting risk reduction initiatives, and influencing positive safety outcomes across the site. You will operate as a trusted advisor and visible presence on site, engaging with stakeholders at all levels to strengthen safety awareness, encourage proactive risk management, and support the effective implementation of safety practices. Key Responsibilities Actively engage with project teams, contractors, and site personnel to promote safe working practices Identify unsafe conditions, unsafe behaviours, and potential risks across construction activities Conduct site observations, safety inspections, and behavioural safety conversations Support the implementation of proactive risk identification and mitigation processes Facilitate discussions with site teams to identify opportunities for improving safety performance Build positive relationships with contractors, client representatives, and project stakeholders Coach and influence individuals and teams to strengthen safety awareness and accountability Participate in incident reviews, learning activities, and corrective action discussions where required Promote a culture of continuous improvement and shared responsibility for safety Support the implementation of client and project-specific safety programmes and initiatives Who You Are You are a proactive safety professional who enjoys working closely with people in the field. You are highly visible, approachable, and comfortable engaging with a wide range of stakeholders to influence safer behaviours and drive a positive safety culture. Experience Minimum of 5 years' experience in construction safety, site safety management, HSE, or a related field Experience working on large construction, infrastructure, industrial, or capital project environments Demonstrated experience identifying and managing workplace risks Experience conducting site inspections, safety observations, and behavioural safety activities Strong understanding of construction hazards, risk management, and safety systems Experience working collaboratively with contractors and multidisciplinary project teams Capabilities Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to influence and coach others without direct authority Excellent observation, communication, and facilitation skills Proactive and pragmatic approach to problem-solving Ability to build trust and credibility with both leadership and frontline personnel Passion for creating safer workplaces and improving safety culture Education & Languages Degree, diploma, or professional qualification in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline Relevant health and safety certifications preferred Fluency in Spanish required Professional working proficiency in English Mobility Must be able to work onsite in the south of Spain Must be available to start in December Diversity & Inclusion dss+ is committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is respected, valued, and able to contribute fully. We believe diversity strengthens our organisation and drives better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. Ready to Make an Impact? If you are passionate about construction safety and want to play a hands-on role in helping project teams identify risks, influence behaviours, and create safer working environments, we'd love to hear from you.