EHS Data Center Manager

Black Box; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Box, a leading builder of data center infrastructure, is seeking a Data Center EHS Specialist to oversee safety and compliance on the construction of the largest data center in the United States. You will apply PMO standards to drive on-site excellence, manage timelines, and ensure flawless execution of deliverables.

In this role you will lead regulatory compliance, site audits, subcontractor coordination, incident investigations, and safety training to foster a Living Injury Free Everyday

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent field experience.
• Certifications: OSHA 30-hour (or OSHA 510), CHST, ASP or CSP for senior tracks, First Aid/CPR/AED.
• Experience: cross-functional knowledge of general construction or data center operations; progression as safety coordinator/specialist/engineer.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: enforce federal, state, and local standards (OSHA/EPA) to keep zero-citation sites.
• Site Management & Audits: lead safety inspections, preconstruction meetings, hazard analyses across single or multi-site projects.
• Subcontractor & Team Coordination: write safety scopes of work, review subcontractor safety plans, mentor field safety coordinators.
• Incident Investigation & Reporting: investigate near-misses and injuries, analyze data to track KPIs.
• Training & Culture: deliver OSHA-10/30, First Aid/CPR, specialized safety training; build a living safety culture.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Safety leadership

Cross-functional knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

At Black Box, we’re not just constructing buildings — we’re shaping the digital backbone of tomorrow. As a Data Center EHS Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in one of the most ambitious infrastructure initiatives in the country: building the largest data center in the United States. This is your opportunity to lead from the front, overseeing every phase of the construction roadmap and ensuring flawless execution across project deliverables and timelines.

In this role, you’ll manage day-to-day operations by applying established PMO standards, processes, and methodologies. You’ll drive excellence, safety, and innovation on-site — setting new benchmarks for what’s possible in modern data center deployment.

Core Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Enforce federal, state, and local standards (including OSHA and EPA guidelines) to maintain zero-citation project sites.
• Site Management & Audits: Lead regular safety inspections, preconstruction meetings, and hazard analyses across single or multi-site projects.
• Subcontractor & Team Coordination: Write trade-specific safety scopes of work, review subcontractor safety plans, and mentor field safety coordinators.
• Incident Investigation & Reporting: Investigate near-misses, injuries, and property damage claims, while analyzing data to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Training & Culture: Deliver OSHA-10/30, First Aid/CPR, and specialized safety training while building a proactive "Living Injury Free Everyday" culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (though extensive field experience with credentials is often accepted).
• Certifications:
• OSHA 30-hour training (or OSHA 510)
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) for senior/management tracks
• Current First Aid, CPR, BBP, and AED certifications
• Experience: Typically requires cross-functional knowledge of general construction or data center operations and progressive experience as a safety coordinator, specialist, or engineer