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Health And Safety Manager


Company : Actalent


Location : Portage, MI


Created : 2026-04-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Health and Safety ManagerJob Description The Health & Safety Manager is a field-focused leader responsible for driving a strong safety culture across active construction projects. This individual will partner closely with clients, trade partners, and internal teams to ensure safe execution of work while promoting a coaching approach rather than enforcement. The role demands adaptability, strong technical skills, and effective communication across all levels, from senior client representatives to field trades. Responsibilities + Manage safety management software such as Hammertech. + Review and assess pre-task plans and permits. + Lead weekly safety committee meetings. + Interact with client teams and trade partners. + Conduct orientations and training sessions following company standards. + Facilitate tool box talks. + Spend considerable time in the field, focusing on safety coaching. Essential Skills + Onsite construction experience. + Proficiency in construction software (Hammertek, Procore, EHS Insight, or other electronic EHS platforms). + Strong skills in Bluebeam and Excel. + Ability to adapt to changing schedules and project needs. + Team player with strong communication skills across various levels of construction personnel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Extensive EHS training such as OSHA 30, 500, NFPA 70, CHT, and other EHS certifications. + Experience in the industry. Work Environment The role involves managing projects primarily in the Kalamazoo/Detroit area, with 50% of time spent at a pharmaceutical client in Kalamazoo and the other 50% spread across a 200-mile radius. This is not an office-based position and requires field presence. Travel may be required, with expenses covered by the company. A company vehicle or fuel card allowance is negotiable. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portage, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Portage,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .