Company Description E&L Construction Group, Inc. is a well-established construction company recognized for its integrity, experienced teams, and commitment to quality. Founded in 1953, the company has grown through strategic partnerships and expansion beyond Michigan, now serving clients from its locations including an office in Newark, DE. With over 150 employees across multiple trades, E&L delivers projects ranging from $100,000 to over $30 million in commercial, retail, industrial, and institutional construction. The company is known for excellence in general contracting, construction management, and design/build, consistently completing projects on time and on budget. E&L emphasizes effective communication, quick response, and operational efficiency to provide cost-effective, first-class facilities.

Role Description The Safety Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Flint, MI, responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring safety policies and programs across construction projects. This role conducts regular jobsite inspections, hazard assessments, and audits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards. The Safety Manager leads safety orientations and ongoing training for employees and subcontractors, promotes a culture of safety, and supports supervisors in enforcing safe work practices. Daily responsibilities include investigating incidents and near misses, preparing reports, maintaining safety documentation, and tracking corrective actions. The Safety Manager also collaborates with project managers, field leaders, and subcontractors to integrate safety into project planning, pre-task planning, and daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction safety management, preferably in commercial, industrial, or institutional construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, and best practices for hazard identification and risk mitigation.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct safety inspections, audits, incident investigations, and root-cause analyses.
• Effective communication, training, and coaching skills to engage team members at all levels on safety expectations and practices.
• Proven ability to develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, procedures, and documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities on active jobsites.
• Proficiency with basic office software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, word processing) and familiarity with digital safety reporting tools is preferred.
• Relevant safety certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, CHST, CSP, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in safety, construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and field experience.
• Ability to work on-site daily in Flint, MI, and travel to regional jobsites as needed.