Data Center EHS Manager — 12-Month Contract (Abilene)

ASafe Global; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ASafe Global is seeking an experienced EHS Manager in Abilene, Texas to lead safety initiatives on a high-profile data centre construction project.

You will develop and oversee Environmental, Health and Safety programmes, ensure compliance with local and international regulations, and foster a culture of safety excellence across all project activities. Local candidates are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in an EHS Manager role within the construction, data-center or oil & gas field.
• Proven experience in data center construction, preferably with large-scale or mission-critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of EHS regulations, standards, and best practices in construction and commissioning environments.
• Experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and implementing corrective actions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence multiple stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Commissioning Professional - CCP, NEBOSH, OSHA safety certifications) are highly desirable.
• Competent with MS365 applications/Gmail/Slack.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain EHS programs, procedures, and policies for regulatory compliance, conducting routine inspections, audits, and risk assessments, and providing mitigation recommendations for workplace hazards.
• Offer expert advice to management and employees, collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain a safe work environment, and deliver training programs to enhance EHS awareness and procedures.
• Conduct incident and accident investigations, identify root causes, and develop preventive action plans, while monitoring EHS performance metrics, preparing reports, and presenting findings to management.
• Stay current with relevant EHS regulations and industry standards and ensure timely compliance with any changes.
• Perform regular audits and inspections to identify non-compliance issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain accurate records/documentation related to EHS activities, including incident reports, training records, and permits.
• Assist in developing and implementing emergency response plans, conduct drills to evaluate effectiveness, and actively participate in EHS committees, engaging with regulatory agencies as necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Audits & risk assessments

Incident investigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

MS365

Gmail

Slack

Job description

ASafe Global is seeking an experienced EHS Manager in Abilene, Texas to lead safety initiatives on a high-profile data centre construction project.

You will develop and oversee Environmental, Health and Safety programmes, ensure compliance with local and international regulations, and foster a culture of safety excellence across all project activities. Local candidates are strongly preferred.