ES&H Lead

United States Digital Space LLC; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking an experienced Project Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) Lead for a solar power project portfolio across the United States. Responsibilities include developing and executing the environmental, safety, and health program on site and in support of project teams.

The role requires a practical application of occupational safety disciplines, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with engineering, construction, and procurement teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety/health or international equivalent.
• 8–14 years of relevant ES&H experience depending on formal education.
• Experience implementing safety programs on large projects.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages project-level safety and health programs for large-scale projects.
• Ensures safety requirements are integrated in planning, design, procurement and construction.
• Prepares regulatory reports and supports ES&H teams across project groups.
• Coordinates with Safety Manager and other functional leads to address ES&H needs.
• Participates in development of project Safety and Health Management Plans and training.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Field experience

IS0 45001 knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety/health

Tools

MS Office Suite

Data management tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 297171

• Relocation Authorized: None Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Various Work Locations USA

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to the company is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview

the company Infrastructure's Renewables & Clean Power business line is seeking qualified ES&H professionals for forthcoming solar power plant projects planned in multiple locations across the United States. The project teams could be initially based in Reston, VA; following contract award, selected candidates will relocate to designated project sites.

Job Summary

A Project Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) Lead develops and executes all components of an Environmental, Safety, and Health program on a Solar Project. This involves administrative and field tasks per established industry practices, procedures, regulatory, and the company requirements. The position requires practical application of occupational safety and related disciplines for managing safety and health aspects of a project or facility. The position reports to the Project Manager. #LI-VB1

Major Responsibilities

• Develops and manages a project-level safety and health program, or a major component of it, for a large-scale or complex project inclusive of technical and administrative aspects and compliance activities.
• Assures that safety and health requirements are integrated in planning documents, design criteria, construction, commissioning and startup and operational plans, schedules, procurement, and subcontract documents.
• Prepares technical and regulatory reports, and research issues to support ES&H program execution.
• Provides technical support within ES&H teams and to other project groups, so that safety and health requirements are integrated within project planning, design, construction planning, procurement, subcontracts, commissioning, and other project functions.
• Works with other project-level functional leads (e.g., engineering, construction, commissioning and startup, subcontracts, procurement, project controls, document control) to assist them in addressing safety and health requirements in their work products and activities.
• Coordinates with the global business unit's Safety Manager regarding significant issues and support needs.
• Prepares or participates in preparation of the project Safety and Health Management Plan, safety and health specific plans, project-specific control plans, and safety and health awareness and training programs in compliance with the company standards, ES&H Management System, and contract and regulatory requirements.
• Emphasizes and uses risk assessment and the company's ES&H Management System to help achieve continual improvement of the ES&H program.
• Participates in ES&H emergency preparedness planning and confirms investigation and resolution of safety incidents.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) related to occupational safety or health and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to research and comprehend organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills for preparing presentations, data management, and report preparation.
• Analytical skills related to sampling, monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Adaptable and able to work outdoors in a field environment under various weather conditions.
• Ability to support multiple work shifts, as needed, and a wide range of tasks.
• Demonstrated interest, training, and experience in applied sciences.
• Knowledge and experience with ISO 45001 Management System standards
• Specialized technical skills and knowledge related to an applicable safety or health discipline.

Total Rewards/Benefits

For decades, the company has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, the company has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at the company Total Rewards

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As a global company, the company has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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