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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.

 Requirements:  

• 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, as needed, the daily, weekly, and monthly goals and tasks for other Project Safety Specialist 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, Safety Management System (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.
• Communicate safety related incidents to Corporate Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental (HSQE) Department, across business unit, and the organization.
• Leads Incident Investigations to determine Root Cause and recommend appropriate Corrective Actions.
• Develop Incident Reports to support findings from Incident Investigations.
• Assist HSQE Department in the development of “Safety Alerts” related to incident 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.

 Safety: 

• 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’s) occurs before scopes of work commence.
• Adheres to and understands standard operating procedures.
• Receives job and task specific training prior to work commencing.

 Qualifications:

• High school/GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health and Safety related field preferred.
• 3 or more years of Construction Industry Safety experience required.
• 5 or more years of Construction Industry Safety experience preferred.
• 3 or more years Energy/Utility Industry Safety experience preferred.
• Certification Emergency Medical Technician preferred.
• Certification CHST/CUSP/OHST/NCSO preferred.
• Certification First Aid/CPR/AED preferred.
• Certification CSP/ASP/GSP/SMP/CRSP/CHSC preferred.
• Certification NFPA 70E/CSA Z462 preferred.
• OSHA 30 Certification required.
• OSHA 510 Certification preferred.
• OSHA 500 Certification preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Domestic and International travel 76-100% required.

 Anticipated base salary range: $96,000 - $120,000 

Location: Palmer, Texas

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, Dental, Prescription, 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.

 Occasionally: Carrying 31-50 lbs., Climbing, Crouching, Kneeling, required.

Frequently: Grasping, Gripping, Handling, Pinching, Pulling 31-50 lbs., Pushing 31-50 lbs., Lifting 31-50 lbs., Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Standing, required.

Constantly: Reading, Hearing, Reaching, Vision, required.

Occasionally exposed Extreme Cold, Noise, and Vibration in the working environment.

Frequently exposed Extreme Heat, Humidity, Wet, and Hazards in the working 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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