On-Site Safety Leader - Roofing & Construction

Metalmaster Roofmaster; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalmaster Roofmaster in Illinois seeks a Safety Manager to lead and manage the day-to-day safety program on active jobsites, conducting inspections, coaching crews, and enforcing OSHA compliance.

This field-focused role requires hands-on training, incident investigation, and development of safe work plans. Travel to project locations across Illinois will be required, and strong communication with foremen and subcontractors is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience, including field inspections and coaching.
• Ability to work primarily in the field on active jobsites with travel as needed.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and field safety best practices, including fall protection.
• OSHA 30 (Construction) is required; OSHA 500/510 preferred; CHST/ASP/CSP preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership to influence safe behavior on site.

Responsibilities

• Be present on active jobsites to observe work, identify hazards, and reinforce safe practices.
• Administer and improve company safety policies, rules, and procedures.
• Conduct inspections; document findings and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Lead pre-task planning, toolbox talks, and provide coaching on site.
• Coordinate safety training and maintain training documentation.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses; prepare reports and follow-up actions.

Skills

Field safety inspections

Crew coaching

OSHA regulations

Safety training

Leadership

Communication

Education

OSHA 30 (Construction) certification

OSHA 500/510 preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Metalmaster Roofmaster in Illinois seeks a Safety Manager to lead and manage the day-to-day safety program on active jobsites, conducting inspections, coaching crews, and enforcing OSHA compliance.

This field-focused role requires hands-on training, incident investigation, and development of safe work plans. Travel to project locations across Illinois will be required, and strong communication with foremen and subcontractors is essential.