The position involves leading on-site safety management during the construction of utility-scale solar projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting inspections and incident investigations, and fostering a proactive safety culture to support project success.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary on-site safety representative during project construction.
Oversee and monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with OSHA regulations, safety plans, and company policies.
Conduct daily safety observations, inspections, audits, and track corrective actions.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and develop corrective and preventive actions.
Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and high-risk work plans.
Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site safety orientations.
Provide coaching and mentorship to field personnel to improve safety performance.
Maintain safety documentation, reports, and metrics for project and corporate leadership.
Partner with project management to integrate safety into planning and execution activities.
Model and promote safety values and expectations on site.
Requirements
Minimum 5 to 10 years of construction safety experience, preferably in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, or heavy civil industrial construction.
Proven experience functioning in an owner’s representative or site safety leadership role.
Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 and construction safety best practices.
Demonstrated ability to lead in a field environment, influence without authority, and build strong working relationships with contractors and project teams.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Proficient in conducting audits, inspections, incident investigations, and safety coaching.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction safety training certification is required.
Additional preferred certifications include CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician), First Aid, CPR, AED, and Train-the-Trainer or equivalent safety training credentials.
Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures, including wearing PPE such as hard hat, arc flash protection, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk for 8-10 hours a day.
Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
Benefits & Perks
15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days
11 observed holidays
401(k) Match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health insurance
Wellness stipend
Family planning stipend
Generous parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Phone Bill Reimbursement
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