Safety Manager

Safety Manager

LHH is seeking a Safety Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a construction client located near Merrillville, Indiana. This is an opportunity to join a well-established organization with a strong reputation for safety, employee development, and operational excellence. In this role, you will serve as a key safety leader, partnering with field operations to maintain an industry-leading safety culture, deliver impactful training programs, and support continuous improvement initiatives across multiple project sites. The compensation is commensurate to experience and will range between $100,000-105,000 per year plus bonus and includes comprehensive benefit and insurance plans, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match.

***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***

Job Responsibilities

• Lead safety initiatives supporting field operations across multiple project locations
• Conduct jobsite inspections, audits, and safety observations
• Identify hazards and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Deliver safety training, orientations, and ongoing employee development programs
• Investigate incidents, injuries, vehicle accidents, and near-miss events
• Complete root cause analyses and recommend corrective measures
• Monitor compliance with applicable safety regulations and company standards
• Partner with operational leaders to reinforce safe work practices
• Track safety metrics, trends, and performance indicators
• Maintain safety records, certifications, and compliance documentation
• Facilitate safety meetings and toolbox talks with field personnel
• Support workers' compensation and return-to-work activities
• Participate in customer audits and compliance reviews
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and field employees
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts related to workplace safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related discipline is preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of safety leadership experience within the construction industry is required
• Must have experience managing and administering safety programs
• Ideal candidates will have experience supporting field-based operations environments
• Preferred experience working within construction, infrastructure, utility, telecommunications, or related industries
• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 certifications are preferred
• Must possess strong leadership skills with the ability to influence employees without direct authority
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled