Lead Safety Manager

Sheakley Workforce Staffing; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheakley Workforce Staffing seeks a Safety Manager to lead onsite safety for a major hospital construction project in West Lafayette, Indiana. The role requires a strong field presence, proactive hazard identification, and collaboration with project leadership, subcontractors, and craft personnel to maintain safe work practices throughout the lifecycle.

This 2-year, contractor engagement runs about 40 hours weekly with a day shift, Monday–Friday, with weekend conditions as needed.

Qualifications

• Lead safety on construction projects and coordinate with GC and subs.
• Experience working with or alongside a general contractor.
• Solid grasp of construction safety practices and field operations.
• Ability to independently manage site safety responsibilities.
• Effective communication with project teams, subs and craft personnel.
• Professional, proactive approach to safety leadership.
• Visible, engaged field presence throughout the project life cycle.

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 safety requirements.
• Support pre-task planning, JHA, and toolbox talks.
• Lead and participate in safety meetings.
• Work with leadership to reinforce safety expectations.
• Investigate incidents and near-miss events as needed.
• Track corrective actions and maintain safety reports and docs.
• Promote a proactive safety culture across the project.

Skills

Safety Management

Hazard Recognition

Site Inspections

Incident Investigation

Safety Documentation

Contractor Management

Field Leadership

Communication

Compliance Monitoring

Risk Assessment

Job description

Job Title: Safety Manager

Location: West Lafayette, IN

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Approximately 2 Years

Type: 1099 Contractor

Compensation

Rate: $52-$56/hour

Per Diem: $140/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
• Experience working directly for or alongside a general contractor
• 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.