<p>Job Title: Safety Manager</p> <p>LOCAL CANDIDATES: CHICAGO ONLY, NO PER DIEM</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Safety Manager to join our team on a high-profile construction project. This role requires an individual with a strong commitment to safety and exceptional communication skills, who can efficiently manage safety protocols and collaborate with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a culture of safety awareness.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Implement the project's safety guidelines, site-specific safety plan, and any client-specific safety requirements. </li><li>Coordinate with the regional safety lead to ensure the availability of necessary safety signage and personal protective equipment (PPE). </li><li>Confirm that all personnel scheduled to work on-site have completed the required safety orientation training. </li><li>Gather and organize documentation from subcontractors and trade partners, including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), High-Risk Activity Plans, and Heat Illness Prevention Plans. </li><li>Conduct at least one safety audit per day using the designated digital platform, including annotated photos. </li><li>Share audit findings and corrective actions with the project team to ensure visibility and timely resolution. </li><li>Submit a minimum of two Safety Observation Reports (SORs) per week. </li><li>Spend 60-70% of your time in the field engaging with crews and monitoring safety practices. </li><li>Attend and contribute to daily huddles, coordination meetings, foremen's meetings, and preconstruction meetings. </li><li>Lead or support weekly all-hands safety meetings, including preparation of materials and attendance tracking. </li><li>Spot-check safety documentation during site visits and review Daily Action Plans (DAPs), High-Risk Activity Plans, and safety orientation records. </li><li>Immediately notify the project team and regional safety lead of any incidents or near-misses. </li><li>Assist in incident investigations and review reports prior to submission. </li><li>Ensure a 'Lessons Learned' summary is created for each incident or near miss. </li><li>Conduct site-specific safety orientations for all trade partners. </li><li>Maintain regular communication with subcontractor safety representatives. </li><li>Participate in or lead planning meetings for high-risk activities such as crane operations and confined space entry. </li><li>Maintain clear and frequent communication with the project team, safety leadership, and trade partners. </li><li>Be responsive to field inquiries and proactive in addressing safety concerns. </li></ul> <p>Essential Skills</p> <ul> <li>Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in construction safety and 4+ years of management experience. </li><li>Current CSP or CHST certification. </li><li>Current OSHA 510 Certificate or higher. </li><li>CPR and First Aid certification. </li><li>Experience supporting data center projects or commercial building construction. </li><li>Proficient with technology including Hammertech, ACC, and Microsoft Office. </li><li>Strong skills in high-risk activity planning. </li></ul> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Mission Critical experience is highly preferred. </li><li>Excellent communication skills across all levels of project teams. </li><li>Reliable, proactive, and able to support and align with the project schedule. </li><li>Experience in commercial building construction will be considered. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <p>This role is based on-site in Chicago, IL, South Loop, with standard work hours from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Weekend hours are limited to Saturdays from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm, approximately 15 Saturdays during the project. You will spend 70% of your time in the field and 30% in the office. Flexibility is required to accommodate extended hours if project needs demand it. A strong safety-first culture is emphasized, and the team values collaboration and proactive problem-solving.</p> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.</p> <p>Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental & vision </li><li>Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital </li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available </li><li>Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) </li><li>Short and long-term disability </li><li>Health Spending Account (HSA) </li><li>Transportation benefits </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) </li></ul> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.</p> <p>The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p> <p>San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</p> <p>Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.</p> <p>Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.</p>