Senior HSE Leader - Energy Projects (EPC)

Ramboll US Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ramboll US Corporation seeks an experienced Senior HSE Specialist for energy projects. You will lead HSE planning, risk assessments, and audits across EPC/EPCM deliveries, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and international safety certifications.

The role involves close collaboration with clients, contractors, and project teams to embed HSE into contracts and execution plans. Based in the United States, the position offers opportunities for travel and development within Ramboll's Americas

Qualifications

• 8+ years of site-based HSE experience on EPC projects, including 5+ years within engineering consultancy environments.
• Proven Project HSE Management experience supporting EPC/EPCM projects across multiple phases of delivery.
• Expertise in HSE planning, tender support, risk assessment, budgeting, resource planning, and development of project HSE deliverables.
• Strong knowledge of contractor management, procurement processes, contract HSE requirements, and HSE performance management through KPIs, audits, and reporting.
• Solid understanding of U.S. HSE regulations (OSHA 1910/1926), ISO 9001/14001/45001 standards, and relevant certifications such as CSP, NEBOSH, CRSP, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence clients, contractors, project teams, and leadership; international project experience and travel flexibility are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Project HSE Manager for EPC/EPCM projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Embed HSE requirements, risks, resources, and cost considerations into project planning, budgeting, and decision-making.
• Embed HSE requirements into contracts, procurement packages, contractor scopes, and project execution plans.
• Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, JHAs, and risk mitigation activities to proactively manage project risks.
• Ensure HSE is incorporated into design reviews, risk workshops, governance processes, and operational decision-making.
• Monitor contractor and supplier HSE performance, ensuring compliance and escalating significant risks or deficiencies as needed.
• Manage and mentor project HSE teams, including resource planning, technical guidance, and competency development.
• Develop HSE performance metrics, dashboards, reporting systems, training programs, and safety initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead audits, inspections, incident investigations, assurance activities, and corrective action programs to ensure compliance and effective close-out.
• Act as the primary HSE liaison for clients, contractors, regulators, and senior leadership while supporting organizational HSEQ programs, audits, safety culture, and tender development.

Skills

HSE management

Risk assessment

Contractor management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Ramboll US Corporation seeks an experienced Senior HSE Specialist for energy projects. You will lead HSE planning, risk assessments, and audits across EPC/EPCM deliveries, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and international safety certifications.

The role involves close collaboration with clients, contractors, and project teams to embed HSE into contracts and execution plans. Based in the United States, the position offers opportunities for travel and development within Ramboll's Americas