Field Safety Lead - West Lafayette, IN

Job Title:

Field Safety Lead
Location:

West Lafayette, IN
Start Date:

ASAP
Duration:

Approximately 2 Years
Type:

1099 Contractor

Compensation
Rate:

$58/hour
Per Diem:

$150/day
Pay Frequency:

Weekly

Schedule
Hours:

Approximately 40+ Hours Per Week
Schedule:

Monday-Friday,

with weekends as project conditions require
Shift:

Day Shift

Project Scope
This opportunity supports a major new-build hospital construction project in West Lafayette, Indiana. The project is in its early stages following groundbreaking and requires a dedicated Safety Manager to lead and oversee all onsite safety efforts throughout the construction lifecycle.

The selected professional will serve as the primary safety representative on site, working closely with project leadership, subcontractors, and field personnel to ensure safe work practices are maintained across active construction operations. This role requires a strong field presence, proactive hazard identification, and leadership in building a positive safety culture from project startup through completion.

Qualifications

Previous experience serving in a lead safety role on construction projects

Must have BCSP Cert or 4 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

Additional Requirements

Willingness to work onsite full-time throughout project duration

Ability to address safety concerns and corrective actions promptly

Comfortable 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

Key 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 actionsMaintain safety reports, inspections, and compliance documentation

Promote a proactive and accountable safety culture across the project

Skills
Construction Safety Management, Hazard Recognition, Site Inspections, Incident Investigation, Safety Documentation, Contractor Management, Field Leadership, Communication, Compliance Monitoring, Risk Assessment

Knowledge Base
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 within large-scale commercial construction environments. Experience supporting general contractors and maintaining a strong field presence is essential for success in this role.

Equal Opportunity
Sheakley is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors.

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