Construction Safety Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Help Build the Safest Workforce in the Industry

Calumet City Plumbing is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to lead and strengthen our safety culture across plumbing, underground utility, water, sewer, excavation, and infrastructure projects throughout Illinois and Indiana.

This is not a desk job.

We're looking for a hands-on safety professional who thrives in the field, builds strong relationships with crews, and understands how to drive safe work practices without slowing down operations. The ideal candidate has significant experience in construction environments and can effectively balance compliance, coaching, accountability, and continuous improvement.

You will report directly to the Director of Safety and play a critical role in shaping the future of our safety program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Leadership (Approximately 85%)

• Conduct regular jobsite observations, audits, and safety inspections across active projects.
• Identify hazards, unsafe behaviors, and opportunities for coaching and improvement.
• Partner with field supervisors, foremen, and crews to promote safe work practices.
• Investigate incidents, injuries, vehicle accidents, and near misses.
• Develop corrective action plans and verify completion.
• Perform PPE, equipment, and compliance inspections.
• Lead safety stand-downs and corrective coaching when necessary.
• Serve as a trusted safety resource for field personnel.

Training & Employee Development (Approximately 15%)

• Conduct a minimum of four formal safety training sessions each month.
• Deliver engaging toolbox talks, orientations, and refresher training.
• Develop training content specific to plumbing, excavation, confined space, trenching, traffic control, water, sewer, and utility work.
• Identify trends from job-site audits and create targeted training initiatives.

What We're Looking For - Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards.
• Experience working in one or more in Plumbing, Underground utilities, Water and sewer construction, Excavation and trenching, Heavy civil construction, and Mechanical construction
• Experience conducting job site audits and field observations.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Ability to influence crews, supervisors, and managers at all levels.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong computer and technology skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 500, OSHA 510, CHST, CSP, ASP, or similar certifications.
• Experience delivering safety training programs.
• Experience with digital safety management platforms.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• First Aid/CPR Instructor certification is a plus.

What Success Looks Like

• Be visible and respected in the field.
• Drive meaningful reductions in incidents and near misses.
• Build strong relationships with operations teams.
• Improve employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Deliver effective, practical training that crews value.
• Help create a culture where safety is owned by everyone.

Our projects include:

• Commercial plumbing
• Underground utility installation
• Water main construction
• Sewer infrastructure
• Excavation and site development
• Municipal and industrial projects

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on a growing organization while working alongside a leadership team committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $80,000+ (negotiable based on experience)
• Company vehicle as needed.
• Company cell phone and computer
• Employer-paid health and dental weekly premiums
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Ongoing professional development and certification support
• Stable, family-owned company with long-term growth opportunities

Join Our Team

If you're a construction safety professional who enjoys being in the field, developing people, solving problems, and creating safer jobsites, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply Today!

Calumet City Plumbing Company, Inc. was founded in 1967 as a service and repair contractor. During our history, we have steadily grown into the quality firm we have become today. We recognize the need to provide competent 24 hour emergency repairs as well as new construction and alterations.

Company Description

Calumet City Plumbing Company, Inc. was founded in 1967 as a service and repair contractor. During our history, we have steadily grown into the quality firm we have become today. We recognize the need to provide competent 24 hour emergency repairs as well as new construction and alterations.