Director, Environmental, Health & Safety Operations
The Director of Environmental, Health & Safety Operations reports to the VP of QHSE and is responsible for leading the execution of Solar Landscape's 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Develop and deliver EHS training and competency programs.
- Mentor and develop EHS team members.
- Coach field leaders and subcontractors on EHS expectations and accountability.
- 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.
EHS Operations & Compliance
Safety Leadership
Environmental Management
Training & Development
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's 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.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
- Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST)
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- OSHA 30 Construction
- NFPA 70E
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Benefits and Perks
- 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
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
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 [email protected].