Safety Manager

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to oversee all health, safety, and environmental activities on a utility-scale solar construction project in Upstate New York. This individual will be responsible for driving a strong safety culture across the site, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and client requirements, while supporting safe and efficient project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site safety initiatives for a utility-scale solar construction project.


• Conduct daily site inspections, audits, and safety observations to identify and mitigate potential hazards.


• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, site-specific safety plans, and company safety standards.


• Facilitate daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, orientations, and ongoing safety training programs.


• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns, implementing corrective and preventive actions as required.


• Maintain accurate safety documentation, reports, permits, and compliance records.


• Partner with project management, field supervision, subcontractors, and craft labor to promote a proactive safety culture.


• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and ensure adherence to project safety requirements.


• Support emergency response planning and preparedness activities.


• Track safety metrics and provide regular updates to project and corporate leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably within utility-scale solar, renewable energy, heavy civil, transmission, or industrial construction.


• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.


• OSHA 30 certification required; OSHA 500, CHST, CSP, or equivalent certifications preferred.


• Experience managing safety programs on large-scale construction projects.


• Excellent communication, leadership, and training skills.


• Ability to work full-time on-site in Upstate New York.