Safety Engineer

Executive Construction•Hillside, IL

8d•$60,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At Executive Construction, we’re not just building spaces—we’re building a legacy. From our roots as one of Chicagoland’s premier general contractors, our foundation has been shaped by bold vision, strong leadership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. This legacy isn’t just part of our past—it’s the driving force that propels us forward, inspiring a new generation of builders and leaders. If you're passionate about building something greater than just a project, and you want to be part of a team that takes pride in collaboration and continuous growth, come build your future the Executive Way. It is the responsibility of the Safety Engineer to assist the Safety Director in Executive Construction’s safety operations. In this role, you’ll conduct routine jobsite inspections, maintain the company’s safety program and supplies, deliver safety training, assist with incident response, and partner with project teams to recognize and control hazards across our projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction safety regulations
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 hour, OSHA 500 Authorized Trainer, or BCSP accredited certification is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform and document routine job site inspections
Manage and update the safety program and all its components while keeping current with industry standards
Manage safety supply inventory (PPE, First Aid Kits, Signage, etc.)
Develop site-specific safety and health plans for higher risk projects as they become apparent
Execute project start-up kickoff meetings
Maintain all safety-related recordkeeping
Have a complete knowledge of construction industry OSHA standards
Assist with incident response and claims reporting procedures
Develop and deliver safety training materials including toolbox talks, quarterly safety meetings, and annual safety training
Develop and publish Safety Bulletins “Lessons Learned”
Support project Superintendents in both hazard recognition and hazard control
Attend both jobsite and management meetings, as required
Manage special projects and perform other duties as assigned by the Safety Director or the Director of Field Operations
Promote, maintain, and uphold the company’s Health and Safety Program