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Safety Manager - Commercial Construction in Des Plaines

Date Posted: 22 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

A well-established general contractor in the Chicago area is looking for a Safety Manager to support commercial projects across the north and northwest suburbs. If you care about getting every crew home safe and enjoy coaching people in the field, this is a great chance to make a real impact with a team that takes safety seriously.

What You'll Do

  • Lead safety programs across multiple active commercial projects
  • Conduct regular site inspections, audits and job hazard analyses
  • Train field teams and trade partners on OSHA standards and company policies
  • Investigate incidents, track trends and put corrective actions in place
  • Partner with superintendents and project managers to plan work safely
  • Keep safety documentation, reporting and orientations organized and current

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of construction safety experience with a commercial general contractor or subcontractor
  • OSHA 30 required; OSHA 500/510, CHST or ASP a plus
  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA construction standards
  • Clear, approachable communication with field crews and leadership
  • Comfort traveling between job sites in the Chicago area

What We Offer

  • Salary range of $95,000–$125,000 per year, based on experience
  • Bonus potential and a full benefits package
  • Vehicle or car allowance and a supportive, safety-first culture

Advance your career in construction. Apply today and send your resume to Jenn LaQua, your construction recruiter at GPAC.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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