Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe.

At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers.

Ameresco has a new opportunity for an experienced construction Site Safety & Health Officer based on Kodiak Island, Alaska. The position is responsible for establishing, implementing, and maintaining a proactive safety culture and will serve as the onsite safety representative throughout the project.

Responsibilities:

Conduct daily inspections of personnel, equipment, tools, and work areas.
Perform new worker safety orientations and ongoing safety meetings.
Lead and document incident, mishap, and near-miss investigations.
Maintain required safety documentation and reference materials onsite.
Attend and participate in pre-construction conferences, preparatory meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, and Three-Phase Quality Control meetings.
Implement, monitor, and enforce the Accident Prevention Plan (APP), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and EM 385-1-1 requirements.
Verify compliance with safety requirements by employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
Stop work and initiate corrective actions when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified.
Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Maintain daily safety records, inspection reports, and regulatory documentation.
Coordinate with project management, quality control personnel, subcontractors, and government representatives regarding safety-related matters.
Promote a positive safety culture through visible onsite leadership and employee engagement.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or an equivalent.
Minimum of ten (10) years of documented construction safety experience on commercial, industrial, federal, or heavy construction projects; including at least five (5) years of experience serving as a Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) on U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) or other federal construction projects.

Additional Qualifications:

Thorough knowledge of current EM 385-1-1, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, and applicable construction safety regulations.
Successful completion of the OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Course.
Completion of an additional 40 hours of documented construction safety training beyond the OSHA 30-Hour course.
Documented completion of 8 hours of formal safety-related continuing education annually for the previous five years.
Experience developing, implementing, and managing Accident Prevention Plans (APPs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Strong written, verbal, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ability to conduct inspections, investigations, and safety training while maintaining detailed records and documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
Current CHST, CSP, ASP, CSHO, or equivalent professional safety certification.
Experience working under USACE, NAVFAC, AFCEC, or other Department of Defense construction contracts.
Experience with electronic safety management systems and digital reporting platforms.
Ability to review confidential US Security Information is required.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $92,000-$134,000 (presented in good faith). In addition to base pay, employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, and may be eligible for performance incentives, bonuses, commissions, or equity, depending on the role.

Actual pay will depend on factors such as internal equity, skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. This range supports our commitment to pay transparency and compliance with applicable laws. Compensation may vary by work location, including remote arrangements.

We disclose salary ranges and benefits in all required external and internal postings and will provide further details upon request at any stage of the hiring process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

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