HSSE Project Execution Manager

RWE•Taft, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The HSSE Project Execution Manager ensures the health, safety, security, and environmental compliance of all colleagues and business partners across construction projects, development, and operational sites. Supports and implements the HSSE management system, processes, and programs while driving adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements. Partners with Sr. Project Execution Associates nationwide to advance consistent HSSE standards. Manages contractor HSSE performance through scoring, quarterly performance reviews, and trend analysis, best practice implementation, and lessons learned integration. Facilitates investigations and root cause analyses, and tracks and reports daily, weekly, and monthly activities and non-conformances. Operates independently and with integrity to achieve departmental KPIs and HSSE targets.

Requirements

An associate’s degree, or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Construction Safety, and/or Environmental Science, or a related field, is required
A minimum of 10 years of experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable; other factors will be taken into consideration
A minimum of 5 years of HSSE experience applicable to the construction of power generation and related facilities (Wind/Solar/Battery) is required
Working knowledge of federal OSHA and EPA, state OSHA/EPA, and labor standards for General and Construction industries, as well as the general principles of Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, project implementation, and safety platforms
Develops and deploys HSSE programs across operational regions, acting as subject matter expert on safe work practices, project planning, and risk mitigation for complex field operations
Effectively engages peers from all levels of the organization to achieve a common vision, goals, and objectives for a safe working environment
Provides regional oversight for multiple sites or projects
Leads implementation of risk reduction initiatives and mentors junior technical staff
Performance orientation: Self-motivated to drive the business, increase performance, and deliver results
Tactical and strategic thinking: Push boundaries to achieve goals, utilizing resources in a matrix organization to deliver a safe workplace
Continuous improvement: innovative, identifies best practices and lessons learned to propel the organization
Integration management: Ability to lead teams and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Working together: Ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams both internally and externally
Communication skills: Ability to effectively communicate internally & externally within the chain of command and within his/her level of authority
Open mindset: able to learn and act on feedback
Hands-on mentality: Actively involving him-/herself, pragmatic and fact-focused attitude
Understanding of regulatory framework in different jurisdictions/markets
Understanding of regulatory decision-making procedures
Understanding of business model, regulatory, and technical developments, as well as potential implications
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically as needed to effectively perform the job
English mandatory, additional languages an advantage

Nice To Haves

A professional certification is preferred
Specific knowledge of local and state safety and environmental regulations is desirable

Responsibilities

Leads execution of multi-site HSSE projects, including targeted audits, construction assessments, and new initiative rollouts
Provides technical expertise and field-level consultation to cross-functional teams during the planning and execution of high-risk work (e.g., energization, crane lifts, confined space entry)
Promotes and ensures the health and safety of all employees, contractors, and subcontractors when working on RWECE facilities and projects
Drives continuous improvement in HSSE within all operations, project execution, and functional departments of the company
Frequently travels to facilities and projects within the assigned region; greater than 50% of the time
Conducts investigations, prepares & submits reports and updates to the KPA Flex system
Partners with Project Execution and Engineering on the development of Corrective Actions for incidents and events through closure
Maintains, monitors, and reports HSSE performance metrics, statistics, records, and injury reports (OSHA 300) in a timely manner, using automated record-keeping systems for the assigned region
Performs and documents Wind/Solar/Battery Operations, Project Execution audits, inspections, and technical assessments/observations
Leads the implementation and monitoring of HSSE programs across a portfolio of sites within a designated region or technology type
Coordinates the delivery of HSSE training on topics such as lockout/tagout, confined space entry, working at heights, and hazard communication