Construction Safety Manager

Clearway Energy Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearway Energy Group in Houston, Texas, is seeking a Construction Safety Manager to oversee all aspects of construction field safety. The role involves managing safety specialists, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and developing training programs. Candidates should have 3-5 years in safety, preferably in power generation.

The salary range is $115,000 — $135,000 USD, and the position requires travel between plants 40-60% of the time. Clearway values diversity and inclusion in its workforce.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in safety and training, or 6 years in related work.
• Experience in power generation, preferably renewable energy.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team and communicate well.

Responsibilities

• Manage regional construction safety specialists.
• Coordinate compliance with OSHA and safety programs.
• Investigate accidents and recommend preventive measures.

Skills

Safety and training experience

Strong understanding of OSHA standards

Effective communication skills

Ability to travel 40-60%

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Standard business software

SharePoint

Job description

What The Role Is

Reporting to the Director of Safety, the Construction Safety Manager is responsible for all aspects of Construction Field safety at Clearway. The primary objective is to provide Safety support to the Construction organization, manage EPC safety requirements, and manage Clearway safety representatives at the sites. This role additionally supports Safety policy and procedure development as well as Safety related training. The role is a strong partner with the Construction Team and Human Resources.

If you don’t meet 100% of the below qualifications but see yourself contributing, please submit your resume.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing Regional Construction Safety Specialists
• Perform Safety Specialist duties for assigned Region
• Coordinate with Construction Management and Site Managers to identify needs and provide assistance to address Health and Safety issues.
• Coordinate compliance with OSHA, Federal, state and local safety regulations as well as Clearway company safety standards.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the company safety program and each of the program activities.
• Apply, administer, implement, assist with, monitor, and account for all aspects of the company safety program.
• Communicate safety requirements to managers and employees.
• Coordinate with management of the facility on regulatory interpretation, timely internal and external reporting, and overall safety and health compliance.
• Conduct internal safety and health audits and incremental inspections of the facility to ensure compliance.
• Hear & resolve employee & management safety concerns/address safety issues.
• Investigate or support investigation of the causes of accidents and incidents then make recommendations to ensure the prevention of recurrences.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of safety and technical training programs, design improvements, and work with management to implement identified improvements.
• Evaluate, develop, and assist with delivering Health and Safety related training programs to improve skills in the safety aspects of employees’ jobs.
• Lead and coordinate all safety and training related meetings with the position.

What You'll Bring

• 3-5 years’ experience in safety and training, or 6 years of equivalent experience in related work discipline.
• Must have previous experience in the power generation industry, wind or solar experience is highly preferred.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience using a personal computer and standard business software.
• SharePoint experience is preferred.
• Ability to travel between plants 40 - 60% of the time.
• Experience in construction safety preferable on renewable energy projects.
• Strong understanding of 1926 OSHA standards.
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulatory requirements.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team environment – as team member and leader.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to effectively make presentations to large groups of people.
• Ability to establish and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all individuals.
• Ability to read, create and follow written policies and procedures.
• Ability to complete tasks on time without direct supervision.
• Ability to multi-task.

Salary Range Across all U.S. Locations: $115,000 — $135,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clearway Energy is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience & expertise. We intentionally foster a culture of inclusion that empowers our employees to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities & protected veterans to join the team. Clearway is a proud promoter of employment opportunities for our Military & Veterans.

Notice to Applicants

Clearway Energy is strongly committed to a philosophy of equal opportunity and fully complies with equal employment laws, ordinances, and regulations for all applicants and employees. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to apply and compete for employment opportunities for which they are qualified. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

All official communication regarding this position will come only from an email address ending with @clearwayenergy.com. If you receive outreach from any other email address claiming to represent Clearway Energy, please do not respond, as it is fraudulent.