Description
Urban Grid, a leading independent power producer, facilitates a rapid and sustainable energy transition by developing high-quality renewable energy projects, fostering community partnerships, and serving as a good land steward. Our company is positioned to own and operate its facilities while cultivating a land management system that benefits farmers, communities, and the natural world through agrivoltaics. Urban Grid maintains a delivery-focused approach with the goal of being a good neighbor, corporate citizen, and trusted energy solutions partner.
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, with teams situated strategically throughout the United States, Urban Grid has a long history of contributing to the clean energy economy. In addition to 940 megawatts currently under construction, we are actively developing a growing portfolio of more than 12 gigawatts of solar PV and 7 gigawatts of co-located and stand-alone energy storage. To learn more, please visit www.UrbanGridSolar.com. Urban Grid is a portfolio company of Brookfield. one of the world’s largest owners and operators of renewable power and climate transition assets. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation who envision a future of energy independence using resilient, carbon-free generation.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving renewable energy industry. As HSSE Environmental Manager, you'll have the chance to shape our risk strategies and contribute to our sustainable growth supporting our mission to safely deliver, own and operate high-quality and innovative renewable energy facilities.
Job Summary
As an HSSE Manager, you will be responsible and accountable for the daily administration, coordination and implementation of the HSSE management system for projects and operational sites. This position reports to the Director of HSSE.The HSSE Manager functions as HSSE oversight for designated projects or office location. This role reviews Contractor HSSE Plans for compliance with government regulations, corporate objectives, and industry best practices. The HSSE Manager conducts assessments of contractor HSSE programs.
This role involves collaborating with various internal teams including pre-construction, construction, engineering, asset management, and legal. The role also requires interface with contractor project and operations management, including (sub)contractors and client representatives. Additionally, the HSSE Manager supports implementing Urban Grid’s HSSE office safety programs.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with project management, asset management, and contractor management teams to support contractor HSSE program development.
- Review contractor HSSE plans and policies to ensure they meet government regulations, corporate objectives, and industry best practices for utility-scale solar farms.
- Assess multiple concurrent projects and collaborate with contractors in the implementation of site HSSE programs for the construction or operation of utility-scale solar plants with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ensure contractors follow all obligations for HSSE reporting and compliance.
- Review contractor HSSE incident investigations for completeness, including development of learnings and corrective actions.
- Track and report contractor performance metrics for assigned assets.
- Conduct training for staff on applicable HSSE requirements and programs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Location: · Richmond, VA (preferred) or Houston, TX. Hybrid/Remote working is acceptable for this role. Position will require periodic travel for site assessments, team meetings, events, or determined on an as needed basis. The position is home-based with travel up to 50%
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in safety management or other relevant field; or equivalent work experience is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety management and/or plant operations; solar or wind energy preferred.
- Experience in managing, organizing, coaching, and mentoring contractor HSSE programs for multiple sites.
- Experience in investigating, documenting, and developing corrective actions for accidents, incidents, and near misses.
- External safety auditing experience and knowledge of OSHA and EPA standards.
- Utility scale solar and BESS project experience preferred.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to work successfully across different levels of an organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions to complex problems.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Benefits
Urban Grid offers an exciting benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, voluntary life, paid parental leave, and a retirement plan with rich matching. Full-time position with a competitive compensation package, including bonus.
