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 Senior Health and Safety Manager (Systems & Operational Support) provides end-to-end HSQE systems and operational support across planning through field execution for self-perform and subcontracted work, ensuring consistent SMS implementation. The role leads compliance and assurance, subcontractor HSQE management, medical case management/Return to work (RTW) coordination, and oversight of significant incident investigations and learning.

This role will be hybrid requiring a minimum of 3 days in office.

Requirements:   

• Promotes company safety culture through coaching, development, influence, mentoring, and training.
• Acts as subject matter expert liaison for health and safety for the project team and client.
• Oversees subcontractor prequalification and management.
• Supports subcontractor onboarding and pre-mobilization planning.
• Develops and revises Safety Management System (SMS) Procedures.
• Supports development of site-specific documentation, including Site Safety Plan, Site Rules, Emergency Response Plans, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and Site Induction.
• Audits/Inspects work locations to verify consistency with SMS implementation.
• Supports injury management efforts for project injuries requiring coordination with third-party medical logistics provider.
• Facilitates Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) for recordable and potential serious injury or fatality (pSIF) incidents.
• Performs Gap Analysis on contract language.
• Develops “Safety Alerts” and Lessons Learned.
• Works with business leaders to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Oversees and develops the structure of the document control process.
• Conducts data analysis and preparation using HSQE systems (Procore, Power BI Velocity, HIVE, IFS, ISNet World, Cornerstone, Samsara, ServiceNow).
• Collaborates with team members and departments to collect, analyze, and visualize data.
• Supports initiatives for data integrity and normalization.
• Trains end-users on reports and dashboards.
• Creates and delivers presentations and reports based on recommendations and findings.
• Oversees team of traveling Project Safety Managers to ensure adequate project rotation and PTO coverage.
• Operates Company-aligned vehicle for business trips and project site visits.
• Attends work regularly and punctually, as scheduled or expected.
• Complies with Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and Company Policies & Procedures.
• Performs ad hoc job-related duties/functions and projects to support the HSQE Department.

Safety:

• Presents, supports, and leads-by-example with a safety and quality-oriented attitude.
• Leads by example to show that safety is the most important function, ensuring that all employees follow safe practices while working.
• Accountable to continually reinforce safe behaviors and correct “at risk” behaviors.
• Adheres to and ensures all site team members understands standard operating procedures.
• Leads and supports the site team in technical, quality and safety, utilizing system in place.

Leadership:

• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations.
• Manages one or more direct reports.
• Participates in the hiring and selection process to fill positions on the team.
• Communicates regularly with direct reports on goals, accomplishments, and information on policies.
• Demonstrates leadership and expertise in the eyes of client group.
• Employee Development:

• Provides tasks and assignments that challenge and stretch employees’ responsibilities.
• Conducts regular discussions with employee(s) on personal development. Comfortable with empowering others.
• Conducts timely, effective performance reviews in accordance with RES guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Highschool/ GED is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferably in occupational health and safety, engineering, environmental science, or a related science. Or at least 4 additional years overall directly related experience, including demonstrated profession to senior HSQE or safety leadership positions is required.
• One of ASP, GSP, SMP, CHST, OHST, CUSP, NCSO, or CHSC is required at the time of hire.
• Board certification as a CSP, CRSP, SMP, or CIH is strongly preferred.
• OSHA 500 is preferred.
• RES will provide reasonable support for application fees, examination preparation, and testing.
• 10+ years of HSQE or safety experience in construction, energy, infrastructure, or another comparable high hazard industry  is required. (14 years without a bachelor’s degree). Experience must include ownership of safety management system design or assurance, subcontractor HSQE management, and oversight of significant incident investigation and learning.
• 4+ years of Utility scale construction, renewable energy, transmission and distribution, EPC, or comparable major project experience is required.
• 3+ years Leading HSQE programs or cross functional teams, whether or not through direct reports is preferred. Experience should include influencing senior operational leaders, running assurance or audit programs across multiple business units, and driving measurable improvement in system compliance and performance.
• Heavy Construction and Industrial.
• Power Generation – Collection, Distribution, Substation, and Transmission.
• Electrical Safety.
• Mobile Equipment and Cranes.
• Hazard Identification and Assessment.
• Material Handling.
• Work at Height.
• ANSI/DOT/EPA/OSHA Regulations and Standards.
• Ability to manage, multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines.
• Skilled communicator to clients.
• Coaching, Mentoring, and Training.
• Collaboration and Team Building.
• Subcontractor Management.
• Microsoft Office Applications.
• Health and Safety Incident Management Software.
• Functional competencies include accountability, casting the right shadow, continuous improvement, collaboration and demonstrating active care.
• Domestic and International travel 51-75% required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Anticipated base salary range: $125,000 - $155,000

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. This position is bonus eligible.

RES offers benefits that are effective first day of employment. These benefits include the following: 

• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 4x pay Basic Life and Voluntary Life
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital, and Critical Illness
• 401 (k) plan with 6% company match
• 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Green Car Reimbursement
• Volunteer and Charity Matching
• Paid Parental Leave and Paid Sabbatical Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts and Wellness programs
• Wellness Reimbursement

Physical requirements and environment:

The work environment and physical demands characteristics are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rarely: Kneeling and stooping are required. 

Occasionally: Carrying 31-50lbs., climbing, crouching, gripping, handling, pinching, pulling 31-50lbs., pushing 31-50lbs., lifting 31-50lbs., and walking are required.

Frequently: Standing and standing are required.

Constantly: Reading, grasping, hearing, reaching, vision, repetitive motion are required.

Rarely exposed to extreme cold, heat, and humidity, and wet climates, in the working environment.

Occasionally exposed to extreme cold, extreme heat, humidity, wet, noise, and hazards in the work environment.

Rarely exposed to vibration in the work environment.

We maintain a drug-free workplace. Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test as a condition of employment.

RES is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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