Director, Environmental, Health & Safety Operations

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Solar Landscape is the nation’s leading distributed energy infrastructure company, transforming commercial real estate into a source of new power by deploying solar and storage at scale. Partnering with more than 170+ commercial real estate owners, the company develops, builds, owns, and operates distributed energy projects that deliver new capacity to the grid in as little as 12 months while generating long-term income for commercial and industrial property owners. 

Proven by our performance, backed by institutional capital, and trusted by the biggest names in commercial real estate, we’re building the future of energy, and it shows:

• Recognized by the Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S. in 2025
• Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies
• Ranked the #1 commercial rooftop solar developer by Solar Power World in both 2025 and 2026 

That doesn’t happen without a team of smart, driven, and down-to-earth people who are serious about doing excellent work—and fun to work with. At Solar Landscape, you’ll be challenged, trusted with responsibility, and surrounded by people who thrive in our fast-paced environment. Career growth here isn’t limited by title or a rigid path: people who take ownership and deliver are given opportunities to stretch, lead, and make an impact. Along the way, you’ll be supported by great benefits, professional development, and a culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and accountability. 

Across our headquarters in Asbury Park, New Jersey and our offices in New York City, Chicago, and Baltimore, Solar Landscape employees are building something that matters, deploying critical energy infrastructure that creates long-term value for communities, property owners, and the grid. Come join us. 

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.