Field Safety Lead - West Lafayette, IN

Sheakley Workforce Staffing•West Lafayette, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Field Safety Lead will serve as the primary onsite safety professional for a major new-build hospital construction project in West Lafayette, Indiana. The project is in its early stages and is expected to last approximately two years. The role leads and oversees onsite safety efforts throughout the construction lifecycle, working closely with project leadership, subcontractors, and field personnel to maintain safe work practices across active construction operations. A strong field presence, proactive hazard identification, and leadership in developing a positive safety culture are central to the position. The role is an onsite, full-time assignment with a day shift schedule of approximately 40 or more hours per week, generally Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work as project conditions require. Compensation is $58 per hour plus $150 per day in per diem, paid weekly. The position is classified as a 1099 contractor.

Requirements

Previous experience serving in a lead safety role on construction projects.
Must have a BCSP certification or a four-year degree.
Strong understanding of construction safety practices and field operations.
Ability to independently manage site safety responsibilities.
Effective communication skills with project teams, subcontractors, and craft personnel.
Professional and proactive approach to site safety leadership.
Ability to maintain a visible and engaged presence in the field.
Willingness to work onsite full-time throughout the project duration.
Comfort conducting routine inspections and safety observations.
Strong documentation and reporting capabilities.
Availability for occasional weekend work based on project needs.
Ability to support a long-term project assignment.
Strong knowledge of general construction safety practices, hazard identification, corrective action management, field safety leadership, subcontractor coordination, incident response, inspection processes, and safety program implementation in large-scale commercial construction environments.
Experience supporting general contractors and maintaining a strong field presence.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary onsite safety professional for the project.
Provide daily safety oversight of general construction activities.
Conduct routine site inspections and identify hazards.
Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with project safety requirements.
Support pre-task planning, job hazard analyses, and toolbox talks.
Lead and participate in safety meetings.
Work closely with project leadership to reinforce safety expectations.
Investigate incidents and near-miss events as needed.
Track and complete corrective actions.
Maintain safety reports, inspections, and compliance documentation.
Promote a proactive and accountable safety culture across the project.
Address safety concerns and corrective actions promptly.