CareerPlan

EHS Manager, Pre-Operations

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$88k–$103k2026-10-30 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorship

Core

Implement and oversee EHS programs for new wind, solar, and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects from development through commissioning.

Role type

Manager-level EHS professional (pre-operations & construction)

Builds

Utility-scale renewable energy projects (wind, solar, BESS)

Domain

Renewable energy / Power infrastructure

Required skills

EHS policy implementation, contractor management, incident investigation, environmental compliance, hazard recognition, emergency response planning, field inspections, regulatory reporting, project lifecycle risk management

Preferred skills

CSP/ASP/CHST/CIH certification, electrical safety knowledge, energy storage hazard expertise, environmental permitting experience, operating facility EHS requirements development

Technologies

Microsoft Office, electronic EHS reporting systems

Responsibilities

Lead implementation of EHS policies and project-specific plans; partner with development teams to identify EHS risks early; coordinate emergency preparedness drills; conduct field inspections and audits; support contractor prequalification and performance monitoring; facilitate hazard assessments for high-risk work; lead incident investigations; ensure safe handoff to operations.

Seniority

Manager, hands-on IC