Illinois/Indiana/Michigan Area Safety Manager

About the role

In the role of Area Safety Manager, we'll count on you to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in preparing, reviewing, and supporting implementation of site-specific safety plans consistent with HDR’s corporate SH&E program.
• Assist project managers and field teams with the development and review of Job Hazard Analysis.
• Support project development teams in reviewing pursuits to identify, plan for, and mitigate SH&E related risks.
• Understand company requirements for safety program implementation and educate and support local safety coordinators in meeting these requirements.
• Demonstrate proficiency in SH&E auditing, inspection, and incident investigation protocols in field and office settings.
• Be capable of facilitating and delivering SH&E training, including but not limited to permit-required confined spaces, control of hazardous energy, fall protection, and first aid/CPR.
• Display working knowledge of applicable US Federal (i.e., EPA, OSHA, DoD) and/or state rules and regulations, as well as industry consensus standards.
• Participate as a member of the area leadership team in supporting and implementing culture initiatives.
• Frequently report leading and lagging safety performance indicator metrics to area operations and business group management.
• Travel regularly within the assigned geographic area to support projects, field teams, and office locations.

Responsibilities

As an Area Safety Manager, you will:

• Support project managers and field teams with the development and review of Job Hazard Analysis.
• Identify, plan for, and mitigate SH&E related risks during project pursuits.
• Educate and support local safety coordinators in meeting company safety program requirements.
• Implement and audit SH&E protocols in both field and office settings.
• Deliver and facilitate safety training, covering topics such as confined spaces, control of hazardous energy, fall protection, and first aid/CPR.
• Stay updated on applicable federal and state rules and industry consensus standards.
• Participate in area leadership team meetings to support and implement cultural initiatives.
• Report safety performance metrics to relevant stakeholders.
• Travel frequently to support projects, field teams, and office locations.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• A minimum of 3 years technical experience or an associate degree in an occupational health/safety related field.
• Extensive knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong competency in hazard recognition and control for confined spaces, fall protection, excavation and trenching, electrical hazards, and other high-risk tasks and activities.
• Knowledge of OSHA & ANSI regulatory standards.
• Ability to instruct and facilitate Safety, Health and Environmental training courses.
• A team-oriented approach with exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you should:

• Have a minimum of 3 years technical experience or an associate degree in an occupational health/safety related field.
• Have extensive knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Have strong competency in hazard recognition and control for confined spaces, fall protection, excavation and trenching, electrical hazards, and other high-risk tasks and activities.
• Have knowledge of OSHA & ANSI regulatory standards.
• Have the ability to instruct and facilitate Safety, Health and Environmental training courses.
• Have a team-oriented approach with exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Skills

The ideal candidate for this role should possess:

• Proficiency in preparing, reviewing, and supporting implementation of site-specific safety plans.
• Experience in assisting project managers and field teams with Job Hazard Analysis.
• Knowledge of applicable US Federal (i.e., EPA, OSHA, DoD) and/or state rules and regulations.
• Ability to conduct SH&E auditing, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Expertise in delivering and facilitating safety training, including confined spaces, control of hazardous energy, fall protection, and first aid/CPR.
• Understanding of industry consensus standards.
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• An employee assistance program.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and holidays.
• A retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location.

Schedule

This is a Full-time position.

Business Class

This role falls under Marketing and Admin.

Job Posting Date

The job posting was made on July 13, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.