EHS Manager, Pre-Operations - Renewable Projects

Invenergy; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy is seeking an EHS Manager, Pre-Operations in the United States to lead environmental, health, and safety programs for new wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems, across development, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, and turnover to operations.

The role partners with Development, Construction, Engineering and site leadership to ensure safe planning and execution, with responsibilities including risk assessments, incident tracking, audits, training, and regulatory

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 projects.
• Working knowledge of industry and construction safety practices, contractor management, incident investigation, and environmental compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to influence project leaders and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Invenergy EHS policies across wind, solar, and BESS projects.
• Partner with Development and project teams during site selection to identify EHS risks and implement controls early.
• Develop and implement project EHS plans and compliance activities.
• Coordinate emergency drills and response arrangements with project teams and responders.
• Interpret and support compliance with OSHA and environmental laws and permits.
• Ensure safe handoff of completed projects to Operations with records and turnover.
• Coordinate EHS orientation, training, and competency verification for project personnel and contractors.
• Conduct field inspections, audits, observations, and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Support monitoring of contractor EHS performance and corrective actions.
• Facilitate hazard assessments for high-risk work and energy isolation activities.
• Provide leadership and coaching to employees and contractors on safety practices.

Skills

EHS experience

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/environmental/engineering

Tools

MS Office

EHS software

Job description

Invenergy is seeking an EHS Manager, Pre-Operations in the United States to lead environmental, health, and safety programs for new wind, solar, and battery energy storage systems, across development, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, and turnover to operations.

The role partners with Development, Construction, Engineering and site leadership to ensure safe planning and execution, with responsibilities including risk assessments, incident tracking, audits, training, and regulatory