Site Safety Manager - Industrial Construction & Compliance

Knobelsdorff; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health/dental coverage

HSA contributions

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance-based incentives

Paid weekly

PTO and holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Knobelsdorff is seeking a Site Safety Manager to oversee safety programs across industrial construction sites, ensuring OSHA, DOT, and environmental compliance. The role is responsible for leading safety initiatives, conducting audits, and providing training to crews, with travel between project locations as needed.

You will investigate incidents, manage return-to-work processes, and drive continuous safety improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of safety experience within industrial construction, electrical contracting, or related industries.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and arc flash safety requirements.
• Experience conducting safety training in both classroom and field settings.
• Associate degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• OSHA 30 certification and First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Willingness to travel and support multiple project locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead site safety initiatives and promote a culture of safe work practices.
• Review and provide feedback on Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and task-specific work plans.
• Conduct daily and weekly site safety audits and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Coordinate weekly toolbox talks and ongoing safety training.
• Monitor PPE compliance, equipment inspections, and site housekeeping standards.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Manage workplace injury claims, light-duty assignments, and return-to-work processes.
• Support site leadership with risk assessments, traffic control plans, and continuous safety improvement efforts.
• Travel to project sites as needed to support safety operations and incident response.

Skills

NFPA 70E

LOTO

Arc flash safety

Safety training

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in Safety Management

OSHA 30 certification

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Knobelsdorff is seeking a Site Safety Manager to oversee safety programs across industrial construction sites, ensuring OSHA, DOT, and environmental compliance. The role is responsible for leading safety initiatives, conducting audits, and providing training to crews, with travel between project locations as needed.

You will investigate incidents, manage return-to-work processes, and drive continuous safety improvements.