Safety Manager

Safety Manager

We are seeking experienced Safety Managers to support a large-scale solar construction project in the Peoria, IL area. This is a high-impact role where you'll lead job site safety, ensure compliance, and help drive a zero-incident culture across a multi-contractor environment.

If you're passionate about construction safety and want to grow within the booming renewable energy sector, apply today—an Aerotek recruiter will follow up within 24–48 hours.

Responsibilities:

• Lead on-site safety for a multi-contractor solar construction project
• Promote and enforce a zero-incident safety culture
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and site safety standards
• Manage and maintain the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP)
• Conduct safety meetings, inspections, audits, and JHAs
• Identify and mitigate construction risks across all project phases
• Lead incident investigations and track safety metrics and OSHA logs
• Oversee subcontractor compliance and conduct worker safety orientations
• Verify certifications and enforce proper use of PPE and LOTO procedures
• Coach field teams and develop strong safety practices across crews
• Support environmental compliance (SWPPP, erosion control, spill prevention)
• Monitor site conditions including weather and remote job site risks

Essential

Skills:

• 3+ years of construction safety experience (large-scale projects preferred)
• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards
• OSHA 510 certification
• Proven ability to:
  • Manage job site safety programs
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and JHAs
  • Lead incident investigations and reporting
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Solar or renewable energy project experience
• Utility-scale construction experience (civil, electrical, or mechanical)
• Certifications:
  
  CSP or CHST
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience working with EPC contractors
• Familiarity with remote or rural job site safety management

Why Work Here?

You will join a long-duration solar project with strong continuity of work and the opportunity to move to new projects upon successful performance. The organization partners with major solar customers across the country, offering consistent project pipelines and exposure to leading-edge renewable energy initiatives. You will gain valuable experience in utility-scale solar construction, collaborate with experienced teams, and build your career in health and safety within the growing renewable energy sector.

Work Environment:

This role is based on a utility-scale solar construction site and operates primarily during the day shift, with typical hours anticipated around 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and flexibility required to be on-site as project needs dictate. The work takes place entirely outdoors in varying weather conditions, with a site trailer available for office tasks, meetings, and documentation. All labor on-site is union labor, and the Safety Manager works closely with union crews and supervision to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

The position involves regular field presence around active construction activities, heavy equipment, and electrical work, requiring appropriate use of personal protective equipment and adherence to site safety protocols.

Job Type &

Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Peoria, IL.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Peoria, IL.

Final date to receive applications:

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.