Environment, Health and Safety Manager (Electrical)

SAVI EHS; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety solutions provider is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager for a critical electrical safety role at a hyperscale data center in Gainesville, Virginia. This position requires overseeing EHS compliance during construction and commissioning phases, focusing on energized system operations. Ideal candidates should have over 7 years of relevant experience, and applicable credentials, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Competitive hourly compensation is offered, with immediate start available.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of EHS experience supporting commercial or mission-critical construction.
• Strong background in electrical safety and commissioning.
• Experience supporting MEP trades and energized system operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all Environmental, Health & Safety compliance for construction operations.
• Provide safety oversight during commissioning and energization phases.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA standards and site-specific protocols.

Skills

EHS experience

Electrical safety

MEP coordination

Construction knowledge

Incident investigation

Education

ASP, GSP, CSP, CHST, STSC or equivalent credential

BS/MS in Safety, Environmental Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Electrical / Commissioning

SAVI EHS – Gainesville, Virginia (On-Site)

Full-Time | Immediate Start

Compensation

• $45–$50 per hour (40–50 hours weekly)

Position Overview

SAVI EHS has an immediate need for a seasoned Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to support a large-scale hyperscale data center project in Gainesville, VA.

This role will focus heavily on electrical safety oversight, MEP coordination, commissioning activities, and energized system operations. The selected candidate will work alongside project leadership, MEP teams, and the Energy Marshal to ensure safe energization and startup of critical infrastructure systems.

We are seeking a credentialed safety professional with strong construction and electrical safety experience who can operate effectively in a high-paced, mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all Environmental, Health & Safety compliance for electrical and MEP construction operations
• Provide direct safety oversight during commissioning, staging, and energization phases
• Work in coordination with the Energy Marshal to ensure safe startup and energization of critical systems
• Review and approve Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Method of Procedures (MOPs), Energization Plans, and LOTO documentation
• Monitor compliance with OSHA standards, NFPA 70E requirements, and site-specific electrical safety protocols
• Conduct documented daily EHS inspections with emphasis on energized systems, temporary power, switchgear staging, and tie-ins
• Participate in Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) processes
• Investigate incidents, determine root cause, and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Collect and analyze leading and lagging safety indicators to identify trends and implement improvements
• Ensure all trade contractors adhere to project-specific EHS plans
• Verify that craft workers are appropriately trained and authorized for electrical and commissioning tasks
• Assist in crane coordination and other high-risk operations
• Partner with project leadership and trade contractor safety professionals to maintain an injury-free environment
• Serve as liaison with the client’s risk management and commissioning teams
• Deliver electrical safety, NFPA 70E, and energized work training modules
• Support development and growth of the project’s electrical safety and commissioning safety program

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of EHS experience supporting commercial or mission-critical construction
• Strong background in electrical safety and commissioning environments
• Experience supporting MEP trades and energized system operations
• ASP, GSP, CSP, CHST, STSC (or equivalent safety credential)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510
• NCCER Certification
• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Credentials
• BS/MS in Safety, Environmental Health, or related field