Megaproject Safety Leader — Senior Manager

Gilbane Building; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to lead the safety function for a mega project in Des Plaines, IL. The role focuses on building a proactive safety culture, implementing project safety plans, and guiding SafetyNet activities across teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong safety leadership background, coaching capabilities, and a commitment to operational excellence in a complex construction environment. This role offers growth and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering.
• Experience leading safety on mega projects is a plus.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the safety culture across Gilbane’s business units.
• Develops and ensures distribution/understanding of project safety plans.
• Performs SafetyNet inspections with high observation counts.
• Analyzes SafetyNet reports and shares findings with project teams.
• Coaches/mentors project teams on hazard identification and corrective actions.
• Ensures timely closure of open SafetyNet items and incidents investigations.
• Supports client safety pre-qualifications and safety presentations.
• Participates in peer group meetings and industry safety activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering

Job description

Gilbane Building is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to lead the safety function for a mega project in Des Plaines, IL. The role focuses on building a proactive safety culture, implementing project safety plans, and guiding SafetyNet activities across teams.

The ideal candidate has a strong safety leadership background, coaching capabilities, and a commitment to operational excellence in a complex construction environment. This role offers growth and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.