Environmental Health and Safety Manager

QTS Realty Trust; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Environmental Health and Safety Manager in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Your main responsibility will be leading EHS initiatives to ensure compliance with regulations and foster a culture of safety. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and over 8 years of experience in EHS. You will develop policies, conduct audits, and oversee training programs while ensuring a safe environment for all employees.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions

Paid holidays and paid time off

Tuition assistance and wellness program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in an EHS role.
• Solid experience in managing EHS operational risks.
• Ability to travel 25-50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures.
• Conduct audits of EHS programs and recommend improvements.
• Investigate and analyze incident reports to prevent future occurrences.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS technical or business-related field

Job description

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Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Apply locations Cedar Rapids, IA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R2025-0672

Learn what makes QTS a unique place to grow your career!

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for leading and managing all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across QTS Data Centers. This role requires a proactive approach to developing, implementing, and maintaining EHS initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The EHS Manager is pivotal in fostering a culture of safety and awareness throughout the organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties as assigned.

• Develop and implement EHS policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all QTS 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 all relevant regulations.
• Investigate and analyze incident reports involving work-related injuries and illnesses and recommend preventive measures.
• Identify operational EHS and sustainability risks, analyze their potential business impact, and develop programs to mitigate them.
• Assess EHS training needs and ensure the provision of necessary workforce training activities.
• Lead the site EHS champions in the successful implementation of EHS programs.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory documents. Set, manage, and track corporate-wide EHS goals.
• Establish a performance dashboard highlighting key EHS indicators.
• Foster a culture of EHS awareness and drive safety performance throughout the organization.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in EHS technical, business-related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Eight or more years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within a mission-critical environment.
• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• OSHA 30 and DOT HazMat certifications.
• Experience in communicating with Federal, State, and Local Authorities regarding EHS issues.
• Knowledge of facilities management, engineering, and construction.
• Prior experience working in a data center environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in EHS, Safety, OSHA regulations, and sustainability.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and executive-level stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, set, and achieve targets.
• Self-driven with a proven track record of results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.
• Thorough understanding of occupational health and safety, environmental regulations, and sustainability practices.

TOTAL REWARDS

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
• This position is bonus eligible.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us

It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history— and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

At QTS, we are Powered by People. Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure.

And we’d like to invite you to join us.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers