Project Safety Manager

Description

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels heard and respected, and extending our culture of care so that every individual can reach their full potential. We want you to have a sense of belonging and feel valued for your contributions and the perspectives you bring.

Summary:

The Project Safety Manager I implements the RES System (SMS) on wind, solar, substation, transmission, or energy storage projects in the US or Canada.

• Promotes company safety culture through coaching, development, influence, and training.
• Acts as subject matter expert and liaison for health and safety for the project team and client.
• Serves as a key liaison to regulatory agencies and third parties during audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Prioritizes daily, weekly, and monthly goals and tasks for other Project Safety Specialists working on the project.
• Develops and maintains site-specific documentation, including the Site Safety Plan, Site Rules, Emergency Response Plan, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and Site Orientation.
• Oversees Permit to Work processes.
• Delivers training on Safety Initiatives, Site Orientation, Work Instructions, SMS requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Leads safety-related discussions at Plan of the Day (POD) Meetings, All Hands Meetings, Tailgate Meetings, Staff Meetings, Kickoff/Preparatory, and Client/Owner Meetings.
• Leads the implementation of project safety incentive programs.
• Inspects work areas to verify consistency with procedural, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Procures, distributes, and maintains safety-related materials and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the project.
• Conducts Incident Investigations to determine Root Cause and recommend appropriate Corrective Actions.
• Develops Incident Reports to support findings from Incident Investigations.
• Drives implementation of proposed Corrective Actions to completion.
• Maintains incident data and safety metrics to compile reports.
• Facilitates injury management.
• Coordinates emergency response efforts.
• Facilitates Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure.
• Operates company vehicle safely to drive to various site locations.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct, and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Present, support, and lead-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Assists in development of Risk Assessments and Work Instructions.
• Monitors weather conditions and manages severe weather response.
• Communicates safety-related incidents to Corporate Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSQE) Department, across business unit and the organization.
• Performs ad hoc job-related duties/functions and projects to support the Project Safety Manager II and/or HSQE Department.
• Inspect work areas to verify consistency with procedural, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Leads Incident Investigations to determine Root Cause and recommend appropriate Corrective Actions.
• Develops Incident Reports to support findings from Incident Investigations.
• Assist HSQE Department in the development of Safety Alerts related to incidents to help create awareness across the business unit and organization.
• Drives implementation of proposed Corrective Actions to completion.
• Implement Corporate Drug and Alcohol Testing Procedure.
• Maintain incident data and safety metrics to compile reports.
• Facilitate audits and inspections by third parties and regulatory agencies.
• Procure, distribute, and maintain safety-related tools and equipment for the project.
• Performs any other job-related duties/functions requested by the Senior Safety Supervisor and/or HSQE Department.

• Intermediate knowledge of: ANSI/DOT/EPA/OSHA/NFPA/IEEE/CSA Regulations and Standards
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Training
• Collaboration and Team Building
• Confined Space
• Electrical Safety
• Fall Prevention/Climbing/Rescue Training (preferred)
• Hazard Identification and Assessment
• Health and Safety Incident/Inspection Management Software
• Heavy Construction and Industrial
• Incident Investigation
• Leadership
• Material Handling
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Mobile Equipment and Cranes
• Power Generation – Collection, Distribution, Substation, and Transmission, Energy Storage Systems
• Root Cause Analysis
• Subcontractor Management
• Technical Writing Skills
• Trenching and Excavations
• Work at Height

• Functional competencies include attention to detail, continuous improvement, collaboration, casting the right shadow and demonstrating active care.

• Follows safety and security procedures and determines appropriate action.
• Ensures that safety is the most important function, follows safe practices while working.
• Reinforces safe behaviors and eliminates “at risk” behaviors.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses materials and equipment properly.
• Ensures Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job and task specific training prior to work commencing.

• High…