Safety Manager

Leeward Energy; Field (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem provided

Home rotations

Job summary

Leeward Renewable Energy seeks a Safety Manager (P3) to provide strategic EHS oversight at utility-scale construction sites. The role partners with project leadership and contractor teams to uphold safety expectations, compliance standards, and project safety objectives across all phases.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in HSE management, 5+ years of contractor oversight, and wind/solar construction experience, with CHST certification required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Health required or preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive HSE management experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of contractor management experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of wind/solar construction experience preferred.
• CHST certification is required; CSP certification preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Strong OSHA knowledge and incident management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Provide Safety Leadership and strategic oversight for utility-scale construction projects.
• Develop and maintain site-specific safety programs with Site Manager and management team.
• Communicate safety matters between LRE and client management.
• Execute LRE safety strategy and zero-accident goals on projects.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA rules and LRE policies.
• Lead training and review incident reports and safety observations.
• Assist in incident investigations and notifications as needed.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Relationship building

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Health

CHST certification

CSP certification (preferred)

Tools

Safety software

Job description

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity. LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Safety Manager (P3) assists the Senior Construction EHS Manager in all EHS related matters. Responsible for EHS functions necessary to support Leeward Renewable Energy LLC (LRE) Construction at an assigned jobsite. This role provides strategic safety oversight for utility- scale renewable energy and energy infrastructure projects. This role is the owner's representative, partnering with project leadership and contractor teams to ensure safety expectations, compliance standards, and project safety objectives are achieved across all phases of construction. The ideal candidate is a strong safety leader with exceptional communication and relationship building skills who can influence project stakeholders, identify trends through leading indicators, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance. This position is not responsible for providing day - to day contractor safety coverage but instead focuses on oversight, accountability, auditing, coaching, and project - level safety leadership.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide Safety Leadership and strategic oversight for utility scale construction projects.
• Work directly with the Site Manager and the management team to develop and implement and maintain an effective site-specific safety program.
• Communicate between LRE and client management regarding safety matters.
• Assist with executing the LRE safety strategy and zero accident culture on assigned project(s).
• Monitoring daily construction activities for compliance with OSHA and LRE rules/policies.
• Implement the project’s LRE program.
• Monitor monthly safety training for completion.
• Review and provide job safety analysis feedback.
• Perform workplace audits and inspections to closure.
• Monitor and provide training to project personnel on Concern Reports and Safety Observations.
• Assist in incident investigations and notifications as needed.
• Input and review incident reports.
• Assist in the execution of the jobsite safety plans.

Required Skills

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and/or Health preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of contractor management experience required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in wind or solar construction preferred.
• Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification required.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred.
• First Aid and/or CPR certification preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA recordkeeping requirements and excellent medical case management skills required.
• Experience with Safety Incident Management software required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Take ownership of your own and others' health and safety, as well as the safety of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role, by taking personal responsibility for working toward LRE's Zero Injury principles. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels in a construction environment. Candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to prepare and author reports accurately and with appropriate grammar. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to position objects and operate tools or controls. The employee regularly is required to remain in a stationary position and move about to access people, machinery, and workspaces. The employee is occasionally required to ascend and/or descend ladders and stairs to access work areas to perform investigations. The employee must have the physical ability to climb wind turbines, including ascending and descending vertical ladders and working at heights, while utilizing appropriate fall protection and rescue equipment as required for safety investigations. The employee must regularly move up to 20 pounds and occasionally move up to 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to travel (as a vehicle driver and passenger on various modes of transportation) and frequently perform work at construction sites. Specific abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee regularly views computer monitors and other electronic devices. The employee must be able to effectively communicate while on job sites and throughout the completion of duties. The working conditions of this position require the employee to work both indoors and outdoors in hot, cold, wet, humid, and dry conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain safety and prevent exposure to hazards. Will be required to work overtime, weekends, and extended schedules as project needs warrant. Per diem provided and home rotations.

Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future.

Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

With a steadily growing portfolio of projects spanning 20+ years in the clean energy industry, we are hiring, training, and developing a next-generation workforce to safely and responsibly design, construct, operate, and manage sustainable power solutions. Join us in advancing your career in the exciting field of renewable energy. In addition, to having a strong growth trajectory, LRE was also recently awarded the Fast Company's 2024 'Best Workplaces for Innovators' and was awarded as one of Dallas Fort Worth's top employers for 2024. This recognition highlights LRE's commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and empowering employees to develop creative solutions that advance both the company and the renewable energy sector.