SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

As a recognized leader in solar predrill and pile foundation installation for more than 25 years, SDI Services is now part of SOLV Energy—expanding our collective capability to deliver high‑quality infrastructure services to the power industry. By joining SOLV Energy’s comprehensive capabilities, SDI adds specialized expertise, expanded field capacity, and a robust fleet of drilling equipment to support exceptional project execution. Together, we’re improving performance across the full lifecycle through integrated solutions, reliable delivery, and proven experience serving utility‑scale solar projects.

This position sits within SDI Services, a SOLV Energy affiliate company, and is posted on SOLV Energy’s careers site to connect great talent with meaningful opportunities. While you will apply through SOLV Energy, all day‑to‑day work, responsibilities, and decision‑making for this role will reside within SDI.

This position will be a temporary assignment with terms agreed to upon selection.

The Site Safety Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring a secure and compliant work environment at construction sites, industrial facilities, or other high-risk workplaces. This position is responsible for implementing safety protocols, assessing risks, and promoting a culture of safety among employees and contractors. The Site Safety Manager collaborates with management to develop safety programs, monitors compliance, investigates incidents, and provides training to ensure all on-site activities meet regulatory standards and prioritize the well-being of personnel.

This role is located full-time on a jobsite in Peoria, IL. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

• Developing and enforcing safety policies and procedures.

• Conducting regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective measures.

• Investigate accidents, near misses, and safety violations, and recommend corrective actions.

• Coordinating safety training programs, ensuring the proper use of personal protective equipment, and maintaining records of safety activities and incidents.

• Participates in safety audits and compliance assessments.

• Oversee administrative tasks, such as contract negotiation, procurement, and document management, to maintain project documentation.

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise construction projects from conception to completion.

• Enforce and promote a culture of safety on-site, ensuring that all team members adhere to safety protocols and regulations.

• Maintain high construction quality standards and ensure that work meets project specifications and client expectations.

• Maintain open and effective communication with other project manager(s), engineers, and other stakeholders.

• Documentation and record-keeping.

• Safety protocol implementation and monitoring.

• Quality control and assurance.

• Develop and implement safety policies and procedures.

• Conduct routine safety inspections and risk assessments.

• Investigate accidents and incidents, identifying causes and implementing preventive measures.

• Organize safety training programs for employees and contractors.

• Maintain records of safety activities and incidents.

• Collaborate with management to develop and update safety programs.

• Ensure the proper use of personal protective equipment.

• Liaise with regulatory agencies and participate in safety audits.

• Promote a safety-first culture among all site personnel.

• Maintain project documentation and reports.

• Identify and resolve issues and challenges that may arise during construction, adapting to changing circumstances.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years related experience working in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, or a related field.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification.

• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and standards.

• Familiarity with construction or industrial site operations.

• Risk assessment and hazard identification skills.

• Strong understanding of emergency response procedures.

• Proficiency in safety data analysis and reporting.

• Effective communication and training skills.

• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Knowledge of safety equipment and technologies.

• Strong knowledge of construction and solar industry practices.

• Excellent understanding of safety regulations and compliance.

• Leadership and team management abilities.

• Quality control and assurance techniques.

• Leadership and team management expertise.

• Environmental and sustainability considerations in construction.

• Risk assessment and management.

• Must be proficient in MS Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

• CPR / First Aid

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent certification.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation Range:

$42.36 - $52.95

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

Job Number: J13733

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.