Summer 2026

Construction Safety Intern

Posted on 7/1/2025

Keeley Construction

Keeley Construction

11-50 employees

General contractor delivering diverse construction projects

No salary listed

St. Louis, MO, USA

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Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Requirements
  • Bilingual candidate preferred.
  • In the process of obtaining a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, or related degree.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Intuitive listener with high aptitude for learning.
  • Results oriented and organized multi-tasker.
  • Problem solver with innovative ideas
  • Self-starter and not afraid to ask questions.
  • Advanced written and oral communication skills
  • Desire to learn multiple tasks.
  • All candidates agree to complete an assessment for selection and pre-employment drug screen.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in coordination of safety duties in such areas as safety committees, preplanning meetings and toolbox meetings.
  • Participate in training at safety meetings, toolbox meetings and orientations.
  • Assist in review of subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with Keeley’s policies.
  • Assist in promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with all Federal, State and Local regulations and owner/contractual requirements.
  • Assist in conducting jobsite and work area inspections with the Project Safety Manager or Superintendent.
  • Review with Superintendent for distribution to subcontractors and Business Unit Safety Director.
  • Assist in maintaining safety records, including pre-task plans, training records, tool box meetings, incident investigations and metrics.
  • Responsible for the completion of any assigned tasks and projects.
  • Learn and strictly adhere to the safety culture and policies.
  • Support Keeley’s mission, vision, and values

Keeley Construction operates as a construction partner in the Chicagoland area, serving a wide range of markets including office, commercial, industrial, warehouse, food service, education, and LEED projects. It provides construction services from start to finish, helping clients rebuild and improve assets while managing projects to meet budget and schedule goals. The team combines years of local experience with up-to-date methods and technologies, and treats the client relationship as a true partnership focused on delivering value. Keeley differentiates itself through a diverse, experienced staff across many sectors, a proven record of successful projects, and a commitment to performance that exceeds project requirements. Its goal is to deliver every project on time, within budget, and beyond client expectations.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Villa Park, Illinois

Founded

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sean Keeley named President in October 2023, succeeding Bill Keeley with fresh vision.
  • Rapid growth fueled by Jim Lee as EVP of Building and Industrial Groups.
  • KeeleyWay strategic process drives 5-year visions and nationwide expansion.

What critics are saying

  • Branding confusion diverts leads to larger Keeley Companies with 1,500 employees.
  • Chicago industrial slowdown raises vacancies to 8.5%, eroding pipeline in 6-12 months.
  • 41-employee size triggers labor shortages, delaying self-perform services in 12-18 months.

What makes Keeley Construction unique

  • Keeley self-performs excavation, concrete, framing, and finish carpentry in multifamily projects.
  • Keeley delivers Chicago's largest industrial lease project of 2024.
  • Keeley completed Casey West Transmission Line in Eastern Illinois in June 2023.

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