EHS Construction Senior Specialist PR/SV

EHS Construction Senior Specialist PR/SV About this position Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega‑scale data center campuses. Fleet provides its customers the ability to meet their upside demand forecasts, addressing any key needs in the market as traditional leased models are struggling to keep pace with the demand for new Cloud and AI infrastructure. Fleet is led by a team of industry veterans that have already made a lasting imprint on the evolution of global digital infrastructure and are committed and uniquely capable of upleveling data center development scale and operations in the face of rising demand. Fleet is well positioned to bring in‑house design, engineering and operational capabilities to collaborate with customers on tailored solutions for campuses of 500MW+. This unique model enables Fleet to provide the world’s largest and most sophisticated customers a seamless extension of their own data center fleets with constant access to design innovation. Fleet is headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with satellite offices in Seattle, WA and Arlington, VA as well as outside the USA. At Fleet Data, our unwavering commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is a core principle that defines our culture and guides every decision we make. We believe that every accident is preventable, and our ultimate goal is ZERO incidents. Nothing is more important than the safety and well‑being of our employees and contractors – At Fleet we work safely, or we don’t work at all. Our success is built on a foundation of trust, operational excellence, and an enduring dedication to EHS. The EHS Construction Senior Specialist is the primary onsite EHS partner and oversight authority representing Fleet for the project reporting to the EHS Construction Manager. This role supervises the EHS Construction Specialists for both PR and SV. Developing partnerships with all levels of organizations verifying that EHS Management Systems are being adhered to and documented. The position will focus on ensuring that high‑risk work is planned correctly, controlled effectively, and executed safely, especially during periods of known elevated risk such as energization, commissioning, and construction to operations handover. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced EHS Construction Senior Specialist to provide daily oversight of EHS performance for the General Contractor and all subcontractors at our Fleet Data construction site. This critical role involves championing our top‑level EHS policy, fostering a strong on‑site safety culture, and ensuring implementation and verification of EHS programs, particularly High‑Risk Activities. The successful candidate will be a visible leader, dedicated to preventing incidents and driving continuous improvement in safety performance. Approximately 85% of the time will be spent in the field. EHS Oversight & Contractor Management Continuously assess with Fleet leadership the site capabilities and limitations to support peak workforce, including delivering specific dashboards and metrics to ensure Fleet Construction is visible to EHS information. Assess risk associated with simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) daily to ensure daily planning and work execution mitigates risks. Audit contractors’ EHS programs, orientation competency, and training matrices for high‑risk employees such as crane operators and electrical workers. Support and champion the top‑level EHS policy statement, promoting a strong on‑site culture where environmental, health, and safety and well‑being are paramount. Participate in and track the implementation of high‑risk activities (HRAs) programs, including working from heights, electrical safety, energy isolation, lifting operations, mobile equipment, material handling, confined spaces, ground disturbance, driving, temperature extremes, and noise. Act as the liaison between the owner, general contractor, and subcontractors in resolving conflicts that may arise because of ambiguity, misunderstanding, or differing opinion of EHS expectations. Contractor Compliance with High‑Risk Activities (HRAs) Participate in safety‑in‑design meetings as assigned. Ensure the three levels of risk assessments (program, activity, and task level) are conducted with corresponding forecasting and planning meetings. Attend HRA forecasting and planning meetings. Ensure contractors incorporate HRAs into their project schedule. Ensure proper implementation of permit procedures and safe work plans for applicable HRAs. Track that contractor communications with their workers, including sharing lessons learned and implementation, are being done. EHS Program Assurance Ensure full compliance with all federal, state, local, and international EHS regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, specific country regulations). Provide SME support for high‑risk activities such as high‑voltage energization, complex lifts, NFPA 70E, LOTO, confined spaces, commissioning, and turnover from GC to owner. Monitor leading and lagging key indicators, identifying gaps in the system, processes, or procedures, and lead the implementation of proper action plans to drive desired results. Routinely participate in site activities and provide support where needed to support GCs on project‑wide EHS issues/aspects. Prepare regular reports for site leadership on EHS performance, trends, and initiatives. Pro‑actively lead, engage, and coach contractors to ensure effective EHS process compliance and continuous improvement. Ensure disciplined compliance tracking of any non‑conformities, deficiencies, safety observations made, including those generated by contractors. Support the development, implementation, and periodic drill/exercising of emergency response plans, including training. Environmental stewardship: ensuring implementation of environmental management best practices, including waste management, pollution prevention, and sustainable construction initiatives. EHS Program Leadership and Culture Act as the EHS owner in all contractor/owner meetings. Promote a strong culture through visible interactions with the general contractors, subcontractors, and craft. Build trust, foster a non‑blame culture, and proactively coach contractors without direct authority over all on‑site personnel. Promote the implementation of hazardous observations for contractors reporting programs, fostering a non‑blame culture. Collaborate with internal departments to integrate EHS considerations into all phases of the construction lifecycle. Utilize EHS software to oversee compliance tracking related to contractor EHS oversight functions, ensuring accountability, timely interventions, effective corrective and preventative plans, and proper risk management. Assist with contractor EHS vetting and assurance. Engage in face‑to‑face conversations highlighting safety work practices. Review waste management, carbon reduction plans, and environmental monitoring data to ensure alignment with corporate sustainability commitments. Support emergency preparedness by participating in emergency response drills, tabletop exercises, and post‑emergency reviews, ensuring lessons learned are embedded into site controls and procedures. Ensure scheduled post‑incident look‑back audits (e.g., 30–60 days after events) are conducted to verify that corrective actions remain effective. Basic Qualifications Education: 4‑year degree. OSHA 500 and OSHA 30 certifications. Professional certifications: ASP, CHST, or similar preferred. Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification. 5–7 years of experience in Construction EHS. Preferred Qualifications (Nice‑to‑Haves) Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety or related technical field. Strong background in creating positive engagements and solution‑driven outcomes regardless of company, position, or title. Previous experience supporting the Program Owner. Previous OCIP experience. Annual Compensation Range: $110,000–$130,000 Base Salary + Discretionary Bonus Travel Expectations: less than 5% Benefits 100% employer‑covered medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401K program. Standard paid holidays. Unlimited PTO. Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. 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