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Construction Safety Manager (Field Based)
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ERM . This full‑time, 60‑hour, limited‑term position (6 months) will be based in Nebraska and managed for a key renewable energy client. The role involves on‑site observation of construction activities from an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) perspective, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company standards. You will foster a safe work environment by monitoring health and safety protocols, training on‑site staff and subcontractors, and ensuring adherence to project‑specific safety plans.
Responsibilities
Provide on‑site observation and oversight of construction activities from an EHS perspective.
Document and report health and safety performance during construction activities.
Train on‑site client staff and subcontractors on EHS program requirements and safety protocols.
Assist in implementing directives issued by the client’s EHS personnel throughout the project.
Monitor compliance with the client’s safety procedures and ensure work follows the approved project‑specific safety plan.
Maintain safety‑related documentation on‑site, including safety training records, JHA, SDS, pre‑task assessments, and toolbox talk summaries.
Participate in daily pre‑shift coordination meetings to discuss planned activities and associated hazards.
Review and comment on General Contractor JHAs, ensuring proper sign‑off prior to work commencement.
Conduct daily site inspections focusing on work‑site safety and orderliness, address deviations, and collaborate with the General Contractor’s Safety Manager to implement corrective actions.
Issue daily site observation reports following each inspection.
Provide incident investigation support/oversight and support the client‑required reporting process.
Resolve safety and quality issues with the contractor’s safety and quality managers.
Exhibit strong attention to detail and documentation in daily logs, KPI tracking, periodic reporting, and other standard construction management activities.
Show flexibility, including late night and/or weekend attention and/or short‑notice travel to address project‑related issues.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in health and safety or a related field (plus).
5+ years of experience in construction safety.
3+ years of experience leading health & safety teams.
Experience with wind or renewable energy projects.
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) highly desired.
Ability to climb wind turbines 3–5 times a week.
Global Wind Organization (GWO) certification or ability to pass GWO basic rescue.
Construction experience with a crane (plus).
Construction experience with electricity.
Basic MS Office and incident reporting systems proficiency.
Experience with LOTO, incident investigation, root cause analysis.
Must be able to wear fall protection harness per current OSHA requirements.
Fit for duty; physical fitness required.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Willingness to travel throughout the state to different project locations.
Who We Are As the largest global pure‑play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations to create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, and are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes and is not responsible for unsolicited submissions.
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Construction Safety Manager (Field Based)
role at
ERM . This full‑time, 60‑hour, limited‑term position (6 months) will be based in Nebraska and managed for a key renewable energy client. The role involves on‑site observation of construction activities from an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) perspective, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company standards. You will foster a safe work environment by monitoring health and safety protocols, training on‑site staff and subcontractors, and ensuring adherence to project‑specific safety plans.
Responsibilities
Provide on‑site observation and oversight of construction activities from an EHS perspective.
Document and report health and safety performance during construction activities.
Train on‑site client staff and subcontractors on EHS program requirements and safety protocols.
Assist in implementing directives issued by the client’s EHS personnel throughout the project.
Monitor compliance with the client’s safety procedures and ensure work follows the approved project‑specific safety plan.
Maintain safety‑related documentation on‑site, including safety training records, JHA, SDS, pre‑task assessments, and toolbox talk summaries.
Participate in daily pre‑shift coordination meetings to discuss planned activities and associated hazards.
Review and comment on General Contractor JHAs, ensuring proper sign‑off prior to work commencement.
Conduct daily site inspections focusing on work‑site safety and orderliness, address deviations, and collaborate with the General Contractor’s Safety Manager to implement corrective actions.
Issue daily site observation reports following each inspection.
Provide incident investigation support/oversight and support the client‑required reporting process.
Resolve safety and quality issues with the contractor’s safety and quality managers.
Exhibit strong attention to detail and documentation in daily logs, KPI tracking, periodic reporting, and other standard construction management activities.
Show flexibility, including late night and/or weekend attention and/or short‑notice travel to address project‑related issues.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in health and safety or a related field (plus).
5+ years of experience in construction safety.
3+ years of experience leading health & safety teams.
Experience with wind or renewable energy projects.
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) highly desired.
Ability to climb wind turbines 3–5 times a week.
Global Wind Organization (GWO) certification or ability to pass GWO basic rescue.
Construction experience with a crane (plus).
Construction experience with electricity.
Basic MS Office and incident reporting systems proficiency.
Experience with LOTO, incident investigation, root cause analysis.
Must be able to wear fall protection harness per current OSHA requirements.
Fit for duty; physical fitness required.
Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Willingness to travel throughout the state to different project locations.
Who We Are As the largest global pure‑play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations to create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, and are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes and is not responsible for unsolicited submissions.
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