Director, Environmental, Health & Safety Operations
Job Location:
Asbury Park, NJ - USA
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Job Summary
The Director of Environmental Health & Safety Operations reports to the VP of QHSE and is responsible for leading the execution of Solar Landscapes environmental health and safety programs across a growing portfolio of commercial rooftop solar projects.
This role partners closely with Construction Project Management Engineering Operations and subcontractor partners to ensure projects are delivered safely responsibly and in compliance with all applicable regulations and company standards. The Director will drive a proactive safety culture strengthen field processes oversee compliance programs and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
This is a highly visible leadership role requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on field engagement.
EHS Operations & Compliance
- Lead day-to-day execution of Environmental Health & Safety programs across all project sites.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA NFPA NEC environmental regulations and company standards.
- Conduct site audits inspections and compliance reviews.
- Partner with project teams to identify and mitigate operational risks.
- Support contractor and subcontractor prequalification and performance management.
Safety Leadership
- Drive a proactive safety culture through leadership coaching and field engagement.
- Oversee key safety programs including fall protection electrical safety and LOTO.
- Lead incident investigations root cause analyses and corrective actions.
- Promote consistent application of Stop Work Authority and Life-Saving Rules.
Environmental Management
- Oversee environmental compliance programs including waste management recycling stormwater controls and spill prevention.
- Support ESG initiatives and environmental reporting efforts.
- Promote sustainable construction practices and environmental awareness throughout the organization.
Training & Development
- Develop and deliver EHS training and competency programs.
- Mentor and develop EHS team members.
- Coach field leaders and subcontractors on EHS expectations and accountability.
Systems & Continuous Improvement
- Track and analyze EHS performance metrics and trends.
- Manage EHS reporting systems dashboards and compliance records.
- Partner with the VP of QHSE to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety Environmental Science Engineering Construction Management or a related field.
- 8 years of EHS experience within construction EPC renewable energy utilities or related industries.
- 3 years of leadership experience managing multi-site safety programs and teams.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926/1910 NFPA 70E NEC and environmental regulations.
- Experience supporting large-scale construction or renewable energy projects.
- Demonstrated success improving safety performance and driving safety culture initiatives.
- Strong communication leadership coaching and organizational skills.
- Experience working with contractors and subcontractors in dynamic construction environments.
- Ability to travel regularly to project sites nationwide.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST)
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- OSHA 30 Construction
- NFPA 70E
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
- Training / Professional development opportunities
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Summer Fridays
- Flexible remote/hybrid work options
- Paid parental leave
- Team lunches events and stocked kitchens
- Modern collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park New York City Boston Chicago and Baltimore
- Medical dental and vision coverage
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
ADA Accommodation Statement
Solar Landscape is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please contact us at emailprotected.
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Solar Landscape is the leading developer of community solar projects on commercial & industrial rooftops in the United States.
