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Marivellisse García Lebrón

Regional Safety Manager & Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO)

Regional Safety Manager and SSHO with more than 9 years of experience leading safety programs across federal and private construction projects in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Proven expertise in OSHA 29 CFR 1926/1910 and EM-385-1-1 compliance, with experience in marine operations, cranes, and heavy equipment.

📍 Fajardo, PR 📞 (787) 690-5579 ✉️ gmarivellisse@gmail.com ✅ Authorized to work in the United States
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Professional Profile

Summary

Regional Safety Manager and Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) with more than 9 years of experience leading safety programs across federal and private construction projects in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Proven expertise in OSHA 29 CFR 1926, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and EM-385-1-1 compliance, accident prevention strategies, and workforce safety leadership in high-risk construction and heavy equipment environments.

Recognized for implementing proactive safety management systems, conducting comprehensive safety audits, and delivering workforce training programs that significantly reduce incidents while maintaining operational productivity. Experienced working with federal contractors (USACE, DoD) and multidisciplinary teams to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

OSHA / EM 385-1-1 Compliance
Federal Contract Safety (USACE, DoD)
Risk Mitigation & Safety Audits
Training & Toolbox Talks (OSHA 500/501 Trainer)
Quality Construction Management (QCM)
Incident Investigation & Contractor Oversight
Credentials

Featured Certifications

Authorized certifications and instructor credentials in occupational safety, general industry, construction, and crane/rigging operations.

OSHA

OSHA 500, OSHA 501 & OSHA 5600 — Authorized Trainer

Construction, General Industry & Disaster

OSHA 500 certificate OSHA 501 certificate OSHA 5600 certificate
CQM

Construction Quality Management (CQM)

US Army Corps of Engineers

Construction Quality Management certificate
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Mobile Crane & Rigging Inspector

Mobile crane and rigging inspection certification

Mobile Crane and Rigging Inspector certificate
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Signal & Rigger Instructor

Certified instructor in signaling and rigging

Signal and Rigger Instructor certificate
CSHO

Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO)

General Industry

CSHO General Industry certificate
CSHO

Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO)

Construction Industry

CSHO Construction Industry certificate
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HAZWOPER — Train the Trainer

Hazardous materials and emergency response

HAZWOPER Train the Trainer certificate
DOT

DOT HAZMAT Specialist

U.S. Department of Transportation — Hazardous Materials

DOT HAZMAT Specialist certificate
Career

Experience

Safety leadership for construction, crane operations, and marine projects.

Regional Safety Manager

Vivot Group — Crane, Construction & Maritime Division | PR & USVI | 2020 – June 2026
  • Oversee safety compliance for crane operations, heavy equipment, and construction activities across multiple job sites.
  • Conduct job site safety inspections and enforce OSHA 29 CFR 1926 safety regulations.
  • Develop and implement Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) and safety procedures for construction and lifting operations.
  • Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
View Marine Division operations
  • Serve as Safety Manager for marine piling and drilling operations in Nazareth, St. Thomas, USVI, overseeing ABI Drill rig operations deployed on a 50x111 ft. Carib Lift barge with Grove 60-Ton crane and tug boat support.
  • Developed and enforced Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs) and marine-specific safety plans for over-water piling and drilling operations.
  • Monitored and documented real-time environmental compliance during marine drilling operations, including water turbidity testing using calibrated instruments (Apera TN400).
  • Supervised deployment and integrity of silt curtain containment systems to protect coral reef ecosystems.
  • Oversaw safe mobilization and ocean delivery of heavy marine equipment including 20,000-gallon frac tanks, crane barges (Carib Lift), Combi-Float platforms, and Grove 60-Ton cranes.
  • Implemented and enforced PFD programs, man-overboard emergency response plans, and fall protection systems for dock and pier construction activities.
  • Coordinated safety and environmental compliance for marine projects across Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Dominican Republic, and Louisiana.

Construction Site Safety Health Officer (SSHO) & Asst. Project Manager

RM Garleb Services — Federal Projects | Private Contractor | 2017 – 2025
  • Developed and implemented Accident Prevention Plans (APPs) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHAs) for federal construction projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and EM-385-1-1 safety standards.
  • Supported safety compliance for federal contractors operating under USACE safety requirements.
  • Trained more than 200 employees and subcontractors in EHS compliance, hazard recognition, and safe work practices.
  • Managed lifting permits and oversaw crane and rigging operations to ensure safe execution of lifting activities.
View additional responsibilities
  • Conduct incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to reduce workplace incidents.
  • Supervise contractor safety compliance and perform risk assessments for high-risk construction activities.
  • Supported marine and waterfront construction projects as independent safety contractor, including pier and dock rehabilitation, coastal infrastructure repairs, and waterfront utility installation projects.
  • Developed and enforced marine safety protocols for over-water work operations, including fall protection systems, PFD requirements, and emergency rescue procedures.
  • Provide business consulting services to small businesses, supporting human resources management, payroll administration, and workplace health and safety compliance.
Academic Background

Education

Business Administration diploma

B.D. — Office Systems Administration (Cum Laude)

InterAmerican University, PR

Accounting diploma

A.D. — Accounting

National University College

CAPM

Polytechnic University, PR

Human Resource Management certificate

Certificate — Human Resource Management

Ana G. Méndez University