Job Description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

Our Site Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist , will:

Responsibilities:

• Lead all employees and contractors assigned to work on the construction of renewable energy facilities in the safe construction of renewable energy projects.
• Responsible for the Safety and Environmental compliance of Acciona’s personnel and subcontractors on-site during construction in accordance with federal, state and local laws, and Acciona policies, practices, and procedures. Ensure all personnel and subcontractors meet technical and safety training requirements. Conduct and review safety analyses and reviews of hazards and energy sources.
• Ensure BUILD SAFE implementation on construction projects.
• Assist in the preparation of Site Specific Safety Plans for renewable energy projects in advance of the project bid process.
• Conducts new employee project orientation and safety/environmental training with the company and subcontractor employees.
• Ensure robust weekly safety meetings occur with representation from craft and management for each company.
• Attends subcontractor preconstruction meetings, reviews task specific Job Hazard Analyses, and assists with planning for safety issues
• Implement, execute, and ensure compliance with the corporate Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures. Include physical and electronic record keeping as required according to the Site Specific Safety Plan, Acciona policies, and governmental requirements.
• Lead safety/environmental incident investigation process, including root cause analysis and identification and completion of all corrective action plans. Interface with regulatory bodies (OSHA, EPA, State/Local Regulators).
• Inspect the construction site to ensure compliance and promote prevention at required intervals and as needed.
• Manage incident data and metrics to identify trends and recommend corrective action to address these areas.
• Provide risk assessment of construction site to evaluate safety hazards and offer remedial action. Provide feedback to Engineering for every project to improve Safety in Design.
• Evaluate contractor operational practices/equipment for safety compliance. Ensure monthly Build Safe Audit of Contractor(s) is completed and feedback provided.
• Ensure emergency drills are conducted no less than annually or twice during a construction project whichever is greater.
• Establish and maintain a project crisis management plan.
• Conducts accident investigations and assists with OSHA and environmental inspections.
• Ensure that required regulatory permits are acquired, that reports are submitted to regulatory agencies, and any site permit conditions (e.g. sampling, recordkeeping) are met.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert in Enablon for the duration of the project ensuring timely reporting within the system.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Environmental, Health and Safety Guidelines.
• Performs related duties as requested

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Safety management or related discipline.
• Strong overall knowledge of applicable environmental statutes and safety regulations.
• Ability to continuously monitor construction performance and safety.
• Demonstrate continuous commitment to safe operations. Be an active role model and constant resource to the organization.
• Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills. An effective team worker who can work independently when required.
• Ability to generate reports, presentations, and other documentation using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to relocate to the project sites during construction for a period of several months.
• Ability to think and analyze situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at heights of 300 feet.
• Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to travel to domestic and international locations for extended periods of time.
• Aptitude for electrical systems

Benefits – we’ve got you covered!

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer a variety of attractive employment incentives:

Pay band: $65,000 – $77,000 based on experience, education, and skillset

· Annual Company Bonus: 5%

· Annual Company Bonus

· Comprehensive Benefits starting on Day 1, including medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and eligible dependents, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options. After 90 days, you'll also have access to life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and optional plans

· 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting after 90 days

· 15 days of PTO (with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays

· $50 monthly reimbursement for health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment

· Career development and growth opportunities, along with access to technical, skills, and language training programs, including tuition reimbursement

· Downtown Chicago office, featuring a modern, open layout with plenty of collaborative spaces and breakout areas. Daily perks include coffee, complimentary healthy snacks, and free access to the building’s fitness center

· Hybrid work schedule, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, plus early Fridays with a 3 p.m. cut-off

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

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