EHS Leader: Data Center Safety & Compliance

QTS Data Centers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus eligibility

Generous PTO

Volunteer days

Stock Purchase Plan

Holiday pay

Dependent scholarship

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is hiring an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager in Virginia to lead and manage all EHS programs across data centers. You will develop policies, ensure compliance, and drive a culture emphasizing safety and sustainability.

This role requires a proactive, cross-functional leader able to engage executives and site teams. The successful candidate will oversee audits, regulatory submissions, and training, while implementing programs to mitigate environmental and safety

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within a mission-critical environment.
• Bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Certifications from Board of Certified Safety Professionals or equivalent, or ability to obtain within two years.
• Solid experience in designing and implementing systems to manage EHS operational risks.
• Ability to travel 25-50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure safety and well-being of all data center employees.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all EHS programs.
• Conduct and review audits of EHS programs, making recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain environmental permits and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Investigate and analyze incident reports and recommend preventive measures.
• Identify EHS and sustainability risks and develop mitigation programs.
• Assess EHS training needs and provide necessary workforce training.
• Lead site EHS champions in implementing EHS programs.
• Oversee regulatory documents; set and track corporate-wide EHS goals.
• Establish a performance dashboard highlighting key EHS indicators.
• Foster a culture of EHS awareness and drive safety performance.

Skills

EHS Management

Regulatory Compliance

Audits & Inspections

Cross-functional Collaboration

Safety Training

Travel 25-50%

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field

Certifications from BCSP or equivalent

Job description

QTS Data Centers is hiring an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager in Virginia to lead and manage all EHS programs across data centers. You will develop policies, ensure compliance, and drive a culture emphasizing safety and sustainability.

This role requires a proactive, cross-functional leader able to engage executives and site teams. The successful candidate will oversee audits, regulatory submissions, and training, while implementing programs to mitigate environmental and safety