Safety Manager, EPC- Renewables

Safety Manager, EPC- Renewables

Active Solar Development (ASD) is an experienced and rapidly growing Community Solar Development and Engineering, Procurement and Construction company based out of Malta, NY. We work throughout NYS, NJ, MD, DE, and PA. We are a leading company in the Renewable Energy/EPC industry, committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to power our future. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and advancing the future of clean energy.

The Active Solar Development team is a smart, fun, dedicated, kind and talented group with diverse interests and experiences. Team members are highly flexible and skilled problem solvers, collaborating extensively across functions to support each other and business needs. We have an in-person, but flexible, work environment to support rapid and fluid communication.

We are looking for team members, with a passion for renewable energy and the ability to not only thrive in the fluid operational environment that accompanies high growth companies, but also possess the bench strength to mentor, develop process, to guide and to contribute to ASDs growth in impactful ways. Successful candidates will be leader, manager, mentor, creator, and team-builder.

About the Role:

The Safety Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing safety programs across our EPC projects, with a strong emphasis on solar energy projects. This role requires a qualified individual who can foster a safety-first culture, ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry best practices, manage subcontractor safety, and oversee critical safety processes, including fleet safety, PPE management, OSHA compliance, workers’ compensation management support, and safety training tracking. This is a feet-on-the ground position with site visits expected 50% or more each week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Program Development: Design and implement comprehensive safety programs tailored to EPC and solar energy projects, ensuring alignment with company policies and industry standards.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all solar projects comply with OSHA (including OSHA Construction 10 Compliance), EPA, DOT, and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations, with a particular focus on those specific to the solar energy industry and construction sectors.
• Subcontractor Safety Management: Oversee and enforce safety policies and procedures for all subcontractors on project sites. Ensure subcontractors are properly trained, equipped, and compliant with all safety regulations and company standards.
• PPE Management: Oversee the selection, distribution, and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on all project sites, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project-specific requirements.
• AED Management: Ensure Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are available, properly maintained, and that personnel are trained in their use across all project sites.
• OSHA Reporting & Compliance: Manage OSHA recordkeeping, reporting requirements, and compliance with OSHA Construction 10 standards, ensuring timely and accurate submission of all necessary documentation and reports.
• Workers’ Compensation Management Support: Collaborate with HR and legal teams to support workers’ compensation claims, ensuring accurate documentation and facilitating return-to-work programs.
• Inspection Logs & Documentation: Maintain detailed inspection logs for all safety-related activities, ensuring that all findings, corrective actions, and follow-ups are thoroughly documented and tracked.
• Job Safety Analyses (JSAs): Develop, review, and implement Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) for all major tasks, ensuring that all potential hazards are identified, assessed, and mitigated before work begins.
• Project Safety Execution Plans (PSEPs) & Project Safety Plans: Create and enforce Project Safety Execution Plans (PSEPs) and Project Safety Plans that outline safety protocols, emergency procedures, and risk management strategies specific to each solar project.
• Fleet Safety Management: Oversee the safety of the companys vehicle fleet, ensuring all vehicles are properly maintained, equipped, and compliant with safety regulations. Implement fleet safety programs to reduce accidents and improve driver safety.
• Approved Drivers Program: Manage and maintain a list of approved drivers, ensuring all drivers meet company standards, possess the necessary qualifications, and undergo regular safety training.
• Driver Safety: Develop and implement driver safety programs, including regular training, monitoring, and performance assessments to ensure safe driving practices across all project sites.
• Safety Handbooks & Policy Training: Develop, distribute, and ensure adherence to safety handbooks and related policies. Provide comprehensive training on safety policies, procedures, and standards across all levels of the organization.
• Safety Training Tracking: Implement and manage a system to track all safety training activities, ensuring that all employees are up-to-date with required training and certifications. Provide regular reports on training compliance and effectiveness.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments on solar project sites to identify potential hazards, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Incident Investigation: Lead thorough investigations of all safety incidents, near misses, and accidents on solar projects, ensuring accurate documentation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions are completed promptly.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver safety training programs for all employees, contractors, and stakeholders involved in solar energy projects, focusing on the unique risks associated with solar installations. Ensure training covers operator certifications and CDL requirements.
• Project Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, field personnel, and subcontractors to integrate safety practices into the planning, execution, and completion phases of solar projects.
• Safety Metrics & Reporting: Establish and monitor safety performance metrics specific to solar energy projects, reporting findings to senior management and recommending improvements where necessary.
• Emergency Response Planning: Develop and implement emergency response plans specific to solar project sites, ensuring readiness for any potential emergency situations.
• DOT Compliance: Oversee compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including CDL requirements, ensuring all transportation-related activities on project sites meet federal and state guidelines.
• Sustainability Integration: Collaborate with sustainability teams to incorporate safety considerations into solar energy initiatives, aligning with company goals and the broader mission of environmental stewardship.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for safety-related communications with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies, particularly in the context of solar energy projects.

Requirements:

Desired Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of safety management experience in the EPC industry, with a focus on solar energy projects, subcontractor management, fleet safety, and safety training tracking.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of OSHA regulations, including OSHA Construction 10 Compliance, EPA guidelines, DOT requirements, solar energy industry standards, subcontractor safety management best practices, fleet safety, driver safety, and PPE requirements.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and drive a safety culture across all levels of the organization.
• Travel: Willingness to frequently travel to various solar project sites as needed, sometimes on short notice.
• Ability to work onsite in Malta, NY Monday-Friday
• Unrestricted work authorization for the US and high written and verbal English proficiency

Additional Desired Characteristics:

• Exceptional communicator
• Highly analytical, ability to research, digest information and to follow-up. Excellent project management capability.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Motivated initiative-taker, goal oriented, with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proven ability to empathize, build relationships and effectively communicate
• Ability to navigate complexity, develop clear action plans and drive growth
• Ability to work independently and part of a team
• Excellent leader, coach, and mentor
• Highly collaborative

Compensation:

The likely compensation range for this position is $80,000-$110,000 plus a discretionary bonus based on individual and business performance. Your actual salary may be above, in, or below this range, depending on your qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision, long and short-term disability and life insurance are offered
• A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a 3% company contribution
• 15 days of paid time off per year, 7 paid family sick days and 10 paid holidays
• We value in-person collaboration and work together, in-office, Monday-Friday. We offer schedule flexibility, including periodic remote work, to accommodate work-life balance needs.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Active Solar Development provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Active Solar Development complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. EEO M/F/D/V.

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Active Solar Developments People and Corporate Operations team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. ASD does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes are only accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if a signed agreement is in place AND if external recruiting assistance is authorized by the People and Operations team for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Active Solar Development. Active Solar Development is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.