HSE Manager - Utility-Scale Solar (Alamogordo, NM)

Job Juncture; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem $120/day

Company vehicle on site

Rotation travel

Job summary

CJR Renewables is seeking an HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental performance on a utility-scale solar and battery storage construction project in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The HSE Manager reports to the HSE Regional Manager and leads safety for employees and subcontractors while minimizing environmental footprint.

You will develop site HSE plans, manage audits, lead incident investigations, and ensure OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HSE experience in construction on similar projects, with a bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health or a recognized HSE designation
• 7+ years of direct HSE experience in construction on similar projects, accepted in lieu of the degree or designation
• Experience working in the US on-site in Alamogordo, NM and with cranes, lifting and rigging, control of hazardous energy, confined space, work at heights and risk assessments

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the site HSE Plan and Emergency Plan based on client procedures
• Evaluate execution risks and prepare special-risk work plans
• Deliver safety training, orientation and awareness actions for employees and subcontractors
• Oversee HSE audits and inspections; track non-conformities and corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis; implement action plans
• Manage workplace injury care and case management with construction management
• Interpret OSHA regulations and standards to prevent citations; represent HSE at customer meetings
• Ensure availability of PPE and environmental protections; manage cleanup of any release

Skills

Safety leadership

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

OSHA compliance

Training delivery

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety and Health or related field

HSE designation (CSP/CIH/CHST)

Tools

TapRooT investigation

Job description

Posted: October 17 2026

Relocation Assistance: Available

CJR Renewables is seeking an HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental performance on a utility-scale solar and battery storage (BESS) construction project in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The HSE Manager is part of the construction team, reports to the HSE Regional Manager, and provides leadership and direction on the safety of employees and subcontractors while minimizing the project's environmental footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the site HSE Plan and Emergency Plan based on the client's procedures and requirements
• Evaluate execution risks, define prevention measures, and prepare special-risk work plans
• Deliver safety training, orientation and awareness actions for employees and subcontractors
• Oversee internal and external HSE audits and inspections; track non-conformities and corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis (TapRooT or similar); implement and verify action plans
• Manage workplace injury care and case management with construction management
• Interpret OSHA regulations and standards to prevent citations; represent HSE at customer meetings
• Ensure availability of PPE and collective protection equipment; manage environmental risks and cleanup of any release

Compensation & Logistics:

• Hourly rate budgeted at $40-$45/hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10 hours/day, with 8-hour Saturdays as needed
• Rotation: 8 weeks on, 1 week off
• Per diem of $120/day, 7 days/week (except during the rotation break); CJR covers rotation travel; lodging is not booked by CJR
• Company truck provided for work-related use on site in Alamogordo

Qualifications:

Requirements (must meet one pathway):

• Pathway 1: 5+ years of HSE experience in construction on similar projects, plus either a bachelor's degree in Safety and Health, Occupational Health and Safety or a related field, or a recognized professional HSE designation (CSP, CIH, CHST or equivalent)
• Pathway 2: 7+ years of direct HSE experience in construction on similar projects, accepted in lieu of the degree or designation

Also required:

• Prior US work experience required
• Willing and able to work on site in Alamogordo, NM on the rotation schedule
• US driver's license and availability to travel
• Experience with cranes, lifting and rigging, civil works, control of hazardous energy, confined space, work at heights and risk assessments
• Able to work in an outdoor project environment (heat, cold, noise, extended standing/walking/climbing)

Preferred:

• Utility-scale solar project experience strongly preferred
• BCSP or NASP certifications, OSHA 500/501, NCCER Instructor certification a plus

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Good opportunity to work for a small but growing division of a large multinational company, on an active utility-scale solar + BESS project with per diem, paid rotation travel and a company vehicle on site.