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Pepper Construction Group · 20 hours ago

Safety Engineer - Commercial Construction (Southern Wisconsin)

Milwaukee, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Pepper Construction Group is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. They are seeking a Safety Engineer who will partner closely with project teams to promote safe work practices across commercial construction projects. The role involves developing safety plans, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

CommercialConstructionIndustrialInfrastructureReal Estate

Senior Management

No H1B

Responsibilities

Partner with project management and field leadership to develop and implement site-specific safety plans

Conduct regular, documented jobsite safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments

Lead and support incident investigations with a focus on prevention, learning, and continuous improvement

Deliver safety training, new-hire orientations, and toolbox talks

Identify safety trends and proactively implement risk-reduction strategies

Review subcontractor safety programs and participate in preconstruction and preparatory meetings

Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and company safety policies

Track, analyze, and report safety metrics, including OSHA logs and required postings

Serve as a trusted safety resource and liaison between field teams and leadership

Represent Wisconsin on the Pepper Safety Council

Qualification

OSHA 30-Hour CertificationSafety EngineeringSafety Management SoftwareCommunication SkillsMicrosoft Office

Required

Bachelor's degree in safety, Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, or a related field OR 5–7 years of commercial construction safety experience in lieu of a degree

OSHA 30-Hour Certification (required)

Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels without relying on authority

Practical, solutions-oriented approach with sound judgment and follow-through

Ability to work on active construction sites, including walking jobsites, climbing ladders, and navigating multi-level structures

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management software

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel throughout Wisconsin

Company

Pepper Construction Group

Pepper Construction Group is a general contracting and construction management firm that has served the non-residential, private, and government sectors since 1927.

Founded in 1927

Chicago, Illinois, USA

501-1000 employees