EHS Manager, Pre-Operations - Renewable Projects

Invenergy; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) & Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Invenergy is seeking an EHS Manager, Pre-Operations to implement and oversee environmental, health, and safety programs for wind, solar, and BESS projects across development, pre-construction, construction, and commissioning stages. You will partner with Development, Construction, Engineering, and Operations to ensure safe, compliant project execution.

You will establish site-specific EHS expectations, support permitting and environmental compliance, promote a proactive safety culture, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive EHS experience supporting utility-scale energy, power generation, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of industry and construction safety practices, contractor management, incident investigation, and environmental compliance.
• Ability to influence project leaders and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in written, verbal, presentation, and report-writing skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systems.
• Valid driver’s license and eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Invenergy EHS policies, standards, and project-specific plans.
• Collaborate with Development and project teams during site selection to identify EHS risks.
• Develop and implement project EHS plans, including emergency response and permits.
• Coordinate emergency drills with project teams, contractors, and local responders.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental requirements across projects.
• Handover completed projects to Operations with training and records ready.
• Provide EHS orientation and competency verification for personnel and contractors.
• Conduct field inspections, audits, and track corrective actions.
• Support contractor EHS expectations during prequalification, bidding, and execution.
• Perform hazard assessments for high-risk work and ensure safety controls.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Report writing

Facilitation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental science, engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS management systems

Job description

Invenergy is seeking an EHS Manager, Pre-Operations to implement and oversee environmental, health, and safety programs for wind, solar, and BESS projects across development, pre-construction, construction, and commissioning stages. You will partner with Development, Construction, Engineering, and Operations to ensure safe, compliant project execution.

You will establish site-specific EHS expectations, support permitting and environmental compliance, promote a proactive safety culture, and