The Site Safety & Health Specialist is responsible for leading and implementing project-specific safety policies and procedures while providing professional safety leadership to the project management team in a heavy construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and oversee safety programs on field construction projects to ensure operations are executed safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Manage compliance with applicable local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
• Implement and maintain safety programs to achieve and sustain the company's goal of zero safety incidents.
• Conduct regular health and safety performance reviews, assessments, and documentation to ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and resolve safety hazards that could result in immediate danger to life and health, including managing work stoppages when necessary.
• Collaborate with project management teams and subcontractors to promote a culture of safety and accountability.
• Lead project safety walk-through assessments, document findings, and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs on critical topics relevant to the work being conducted.
• Investigate workplace incidents, near-misses, and property damage, providing root cause analyses and corrective action recommendations.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation, including training records, incident reports, and inspection logs.
• Review and recommend solutions for safety challenges, ensuring effective communication with corporate safety leadership.
• Drive to various project sites as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Solar experience required.
• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management with 7 years of experience in construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management; OR
  • Associate Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management with 9 years of experience; OR
  • High School Diploma/GED with 11 years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA Construction and General Industry Regulations, as well as ANSI, NIOSH, Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1, and NEC Standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work various schedules at the project site.
• Must meet company standards for driving privileges per the Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Valid driver's license required.
• OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training required.