Shirley Parsons helped a global renewable energy developer deliver critical hydropower projects in Oregon by providing a certified Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) who met stringent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) standards and ensured continuous, compliant site operations.
A leading European-based hydropower developer was expanding into the U.S., managing several large-scale dam construction projects in partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Each project required 24/7 on-site coverage by EMR-certified SSHOs – a demanding requirement given the remote Oregon location and limited local talent pool.
The client faced a dual challenge: a nationwide shortage of SSHOs with both hydroelectric and federal project experience, and the logistical hurdles of staffing a long-term assignment in an isolated region. Under increasing compliance pressure from the USACE, the developer turned to Shirley Parsons for both expert market insight and immediate staffing delivery.
Understanding the urgency and complexity, Shirley Parsons activated its specialist EHS project delivery network to source and deploy a fully certified professional who met all federal and technical criteria.
Leveraging our extensive national SSHO talent pool and past experience supporting USACE projects, our team conducted a rapid, targeted search that included:
Within a short timeframe, Shirley Parsons successfully placed a fully compliant SSHO with direct hydroelectric dam experience, enabling the client to maintain operational continuity and meet all USACE contractual obligations.
Through this deployment, the client was able to:
The success of this engagement not only ensured project continuity but also established Shirley Parsons as a trusted delivery partner for the client’s ongoing hydropower and renewable energy portfolio across North America.
