Electrical Safety Manager - Renewable Energy

McCarthy Building Companies is seeking an experienced and qualified Safety Manager to support Warranty, Operations and Maintenance activities throughout the National Renewable Energy Business Unit. Must have at least 3+ years of experience managing safety on large commercial construction or Renewable Energy projects. Experience in Renewable Energy projects preferred (Battery Storage & Solar).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage & coordinate safety programs and all activities on active solar / battery storage power plants for warranty work and O&M tasks.
• Monitor and communicate safety programs and efforts with on-site trade partners and McCarthy employees, ensuring safety is part of our culture and that all new hires have proper safety documents and information.
• Conduct documented safety and health inspections no less than twice per month, coordinating compliance reports.
• Coordinate with Project Supervision so that necessary protective equipment and safety materials are utilized, adequate first aid materials are available and safety documents are posted on-site.  Manage ARC Flash PPE, testing equipment for proper inspections and certifications.
• Coordinate with energy providers, O&M companies and owners for any plant shutdowns or work permits.
• Investigate all injuries and review all accident reports, coordinating corrective measures with McCarthy employees and logging injuries/illnesses for OSHA purposes.
• Minimize construction hazards and enforce safety policies utilizing the company’s disciplinary policy.
• Conduct/coordinate Project Safety "Toolbox" meetings with all McCarthy employees on a weekly basis across multiple States & locations.
• Record and forward copies of all safety related meetings, programs, safety pre-plans, inspections, correspondence, directives, citations, etc. to the Renewable Energy Safety Director for tracking
• Develop and implement Site Specific LOTO plans for individual projects.
• Assist in developing task specific work planning processes and audit performance adherence.
• Create collaborative, positive safety culture with all McCarthy employees, trade partners and owners.
• Manage activities, review work plans, approve permits in active solar / battery storage power plants across the Country.
• Provide weekly activity updates to the Renewable Energy Safety Director.
• Audit and participate in safety planning and performance in remote locations throughout the US. 
• This is a traveling position.

Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience managing safety efforts of solar or energy related projects.
• Bilingual (English - Spanish) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• OSHA 500 and CHST certifications preferred.
• Ability to manage/administer safety orientations, oversee substance abuse programs, investigate/report on injuries/illnesses/near misses and perform other various safety functions on-site.
• Ability to work with all construction groups- management, owners, trades, and subcontractors.
• Excellent communication, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel 60% - 75% nationwide.

McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. 

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