Site Safety Manager (Utility Solar)

Site Safety Manager

Utility Scale Solar Site – 119MW

1.5 Hour West of Richmond, VA

Compensation: $110k-$120k $180/day Per Diem Bonus Benefits

Company Profile:

Privately held renewable energy developer and EPC specializing in utility-scale solar and energy storage projects across the United States with a powerful business pipeline with repeat customers is actively recruiting a Safety Manager for their team! This is an immediate opening working onsite overseeing the Safety team.

General Manager – Solar Utility:

The Site Safety Manager is responsible for implementing and overseeing all health and safety programs on a utility-scale solar construction site. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting a proactive safety culture among all employees, subcontractors, and visitors. The Site Safety Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all site safety matters. Additional responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage all site safety operations for solar construction activities.

• Enforce site-specific Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) plans.

• Serve as the on-site safety authority, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company standards.

• Promote a strong safety culture through leadership, presence, and engagement.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and client requirements.

• Conduct regular audits, inspections, and hazard assessments.

• Maintain all required safety documentation, logs, and reports.

• Coordinate and manage site safety meetings, including daily briefings and weekly toolbox talks.

• Conduct new-hire safety orientations for employees and subcontractors.

• Provide ongoing safety training (e.g., fall protection, electrical safety, equipment operation).

• Mentor and guide field supervisors and subcontractors on safe work practices.

• Communicate safety expectations clearly across all levels of the project.

• Lead incident investigations, including near misses, injuries, and property damage.

• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Maintain incident records and ensure timely reporting.

• Maintain a strong field presence to identify hazards in real time.

• Monitor high-risk activities such as:

· Heavy equipment operation

· Electrical work (DC/AC systems)

· Trenching and excavation

· Material handling and deliveries in congested areas

• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols.

• Evaluate subcontractor safety performance and compliance.

• Conduct pre-task planning reviews (PTPs/JHAs).

• Hold subcontractors accountable to site safety expectations.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of onsite Construction Safety Experience for heavy construction or renewable EPC projects

o Solar utility experience heavily preferred

• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and EPC safety practices

o OSHA 30-hour Certification

• Able to work onsite in VA

• BS in Safety, STEM or related preferred

• CSP Certification preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus