On-Site Safety Manager

FCL Builders, LLC•Itasca, IL
•$85,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

FCL Builders is hiring a Safety Manager to protect employees, partners, and projects by leading safety practices across its construction job sites. The position is responsible for implementing FCL’s Safety Program, promoting compliance and safety awareness, identifying and controlling hazards, investigating incidents, and monitoring safety performance across multiple projects. The Safety Manager also works with project teams on safety planning, communicates regulatory updates, and coordinates professionally with OSHA and other regulatory agencies. The role includes hiring, training, mentoring, and developing Safety Engineers, while fostering collaboration, accountability, inclusion, and teamwork. The Safety Manager builds relationships with project teams, subcontractors, and clients, and leads safety discussions during project kickoff and pre-construction meetings. Nation-wide travel is required, including travel to out-of-state projects as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • At least 10 years of construction safety experience; prior management or team leadership experience is preferred.
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health certification, at minimum.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local construction safety regulations.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to influence, educate, and engage teams at all levels.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to travel to out-of-state projects as needed.

Nice To Haves

  • Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) designation such as GSP, CHST, STSC, or CSP.
  • First Aid/CPR/AED and BBP certification, or willingness to become a certified trainer.
  • Experience using CMiC, HammerTech, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

  • Lead implementation of FCL’s Safety Program to prevent and correct unsafe practices across projects.
  • Conduct monthly safety training and random job site inspections.
  • Identify, eliminate, and control hazards that could cause injury or property damage, following best practices and EHS policies.
  • Communicate OSHA regulatory changes and safety trends to employees and subcontractors.
  • Investigate incidents and accidents, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Track and analyze safety performance metrics across multiple projects.
  • Partner with project teams on safety planning during preconstruction and project execution.
  • Collaborate with OSHA and other regulatory agencies, representing FCL professionally.
  • Promote a culture of safety across sites and teams by setting a positive example.
  • Hire, train, and mentor Safety Engineers.
  • Ensure team members have the tools, knowledge, and processes needed to perform effectively.
  • Identify professional development opportunities and support team members’ growth.
  • Foster collaboration and accountability through communication and shared ownership of safety goals.
  • Promote inclusion, respect, teamwork, and the “OneFCL” mindset.
  • Build trusting relationships with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
  • Lead safety discussions at project kickoff and pre-construction meetings to identify project-specific concerns.
  • Maintain open communication to address issues proactively and professionally.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus structure.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Career development and mentorship programs.
  • Ongoing training, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities.
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