Safety Engineer (Construction)
- $80,000 - $120,000
- Aurora, IL
A highly reputable General Contractor in the Western Suburbs, we are seeking a motivated Safety Engineer to join our join our team.
A bit about us:
A General Contractor Headquartered in Northwest Chicago, we are a premier, 100% employee owned construction management company. With a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and community impact, we operate through a network of regional offices across the U.S., and are known for our collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and commitment to professional development.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Construction Safety Engineer to join a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in large-scale industrial and commercial construction projects.
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Construction Safety Engineer to join a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in large-scale industrial and commercial construction projects.
Why join us?
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Performance based bonus opportunity.
Employee profit sharing program.
Monthly vehicle allowance.
A collaborative and safety-first culture.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
The chance to work on high-profile projects with a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence.
Performance based bonus opportunity.
Employee profit sharing program.
Monthly vehicle allowance.
A collaborative and safety-first culture.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
The chance to work on high-profile projects with a team that values integrity, innovation, and excellence.
Job Details
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Construction Safety Engineer to join a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in large-scale industrial and commercial construction projects. This role is ideal for someone passionate about creating safe work environments and driving continuous improvement in safety culture across job sites.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and implement site-specific safety programs across multiple active construction projects.
Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to proactively identify and mitigate safety risks.
Deliver engaging safety training sessions and toolbox talks to field personnel.
Investigate incidents and near-misses, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate safety documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in construction safety, preferably in industrial or commercial sectors.
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to travel to job sites across the region.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and implement site-specific safety programs across multiple active construction projects.
Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to proactively identify and mitigate safety risks.
Deliver engaging safety training sessions and toolbox talks to field personnel.
Investigate incidents and near-misses, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions.
Maintain accurate safety documentation and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in construction safety, preferably in industrial or commercial sectors.
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to travel to job sites across the region.
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