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Construction Safety Manager

Darien, Illinois, United States

Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win? Then consider joining Wight & Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team.

The Construction Safety Manager is responsible for the overall health and safety of personnel on-site and in the Wight Offices. You will develop, implement, and lead safety initiatives that comply with all local, state, and federal regulations while fostering a proactive culture of risk prevention and accountability.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Policy Development: Collaborate with project teams to develop site-specific safety plans (SSSP) and emergency procedures for each project.
  • Leadership: Champion a proactive safety culture and drive accountability at all organizational levels.
  • Program Management: Monitor safety metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate effectiveness and report trends to senior leadership.
  • Regulatory Reporting: Stay current on emerging industry standards, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting construction safety.
  • Field Oversight: Conduct safety inspections and comprehensive audits to identify hazardous conditions or non-compliant behaviors.
  • Team Education: Facilitate safety orientations for new hires, and specialized training (e.g., fall protection, scaffolding, or confined spaces).
  • Incident Management: Lead the investigation of any accidents or near-misses, perform root-cause analysis, and document findings to prevent future occurrences.
  • Compliance: Maintain all required OSHA documentation, including 300 logs, and ensure the project remains in total compliance with safety legislation.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for insurance carriers, OSHA inspectors, and internal leadership regarding safety metrics.

BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
  • Experience: 5+ years of dedicated safety experience in a construction environment (commercial preferred).
  • Certifications:
    • OSHA 30-Hour (Construction) is required.
    • CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) preferred.
    • Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

KEY SKILLS

  • Technical Proficiency: Ability to use safety management software (like Procore) for reporting and tracking.
  • Communication: Strong ability to relay complex safety protocols clearly to diverse groups, from field laborers to executives.
  • Problem Solving: Quick thinking to mitigate immediate hazards without halting project momentum unnecessarily.

 

Salary Range: $105,000 - $135,000. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.

Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.

Wight & Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetics, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wight & Company values diversity in our workforce. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please call us at 630.969.7000 and ask to speak with a Human Resources representative.

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