Senior Safety Manager

Requisition Title

Senior Safety Manager Requisition ID

2026-13594 Job Locations

US-IL-Bradley US-IL-Chicago US-IL-Des Plaines US-IL-North Chicago US-IN-Valparaiso Category

Safety Company : Name

Gilbane Building Company Location : Location

US-IL-Bradley Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name

Gilbane Development Company Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL

http://www.gilbaneco.com/ Additional Locations

US-IL-Chicago US-IL-Des Plaines US-IL-North Chicago US-IN-Valparaiso Position Type (Portal Searching)

Full-Time

Oversees the successful implementation of the Gilbane Cares safety culture across the business

Develops and ensures distribution and understanding of Project specific safety plans for all new projects based on Safety Alignment Assessment

Performs at least 6 SafetyNet inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection

Utilizes SafetyNet to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan

Analyzes SafetyNet trending reports & share them with project teams

Coaches & mentors project teams in effective hazard identification and correction of issues using SafetyNet

Ensures open SafetyNet items are closed in a timely manner

Assists teams with developing corrective action plans

Identifies & provides relevant training within the Business Unit(s) (i.e. IIF, topical, Blocking & Tackling, Playbooks, etc.)

Ensures that all incidents are investigated/ documented/ closed per Gilbane company policy

Analyzes leading and lagging indicators, provides direction to Business Unit leadership on focus areas and trends, and recommends corrective actions when needed

Provides development, support, and mentorship for Safety Managers under oversight

Supports business development in responding to client safety pre-qualifications, Safety Presentations, etc.

Attends Peer Group meetings as directed by the Corporate Safety Director

Develops professional safety relationships internally and externally, and participates in industry peer meetings and/or professional organizations

Assists Safety Director with initiatives and requests for information

Assists with Gilbane internal Safety awards in Division

May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions

Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members

Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members

Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals

Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred

5-7 years of construction safety management experience

Associate or Certified Safety Professional certification

Experience working on complex mega projects

Experience with crane, structural steel and/ or excavation ideal

Experience working for a general contractor or on capital project delivery side for owner critical

Certified and authorized instructor by GU and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety and health principles, techniques, methods, regulations, and interpretations

Capable of identifying current and future potential exposures and recommending corrective action

Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong management and leadership skills

Ability to manage and execute a safety program within a Business Unit

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Illinois, this ranges from $156,600 - $200,000 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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