Director, Environmental, Health & Safety Operations

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S.

Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.

Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.

We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.

If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.

About The Role

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

EHS Operations & Compliance

• 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.

Safety Leadership

• 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.

Environmental Management

• 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.

Training & Development

• Develop and deliver EHS training and competency programs.
• Mentor and develop EHS team members.
• Coach field leaders and subcontractors on EHS expectations and accountability.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

• 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.

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

We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:

• 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

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

Salary will vary depending on your location and job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive-based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

Benefits and Perks

We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:

·       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

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.