Environmental Health and Safety Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Bonus eligible

Stock Purchase Plan

11 paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

QTS Data Centers in Virginia is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead programs across our data center portfolio. The role focuses on developing policies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving a culture of safety.

Responsibilities include audits, permits, incident investigations, training, and dashboards for key metrics. Travel up to 50% is required. A bachelor's in EHS and 8+ years' experience are required, with BCSP certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field required.
• 8+ years of experience in an EHS role.
• Certification from BCSP or equivalent, or ability to obtain within 2 years.
• Willing to travel 25–50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across all EHS programs.
• Conduct and review audits of EHS programs and recommend improvements.
• Maintain environmental permits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Investigate and analyze incident reports and recommend preventive measures.
• Identify EHS and sustainability risks and develop mitigation programs.
• Assess training needs and provide necessary workforce training.
• Lead site EHS champions and implement programs.
• Oversee regulatory documents and set corporate EHS goals.
• Establish a performance dashboard with key EHS indicators.
• Foster a culture of EHS awareness and safety performance.

Skills

EHS management

Regulatory compliance

Audits

Incident investigation

Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field

Job description

Who we are:

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds andoperatesadvanced data centers that support strategic AI,cloudand digital transformation initiatives.We are driven by a mission to connect the world forgoodand our people make it possible. Every single day, thecreativity,dedicationand genuine care for our communitiesare what push us forward and make this atrulyspecial place to be.

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.

In accordance with applicable law, the following represents a reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this role if hired in Virginia. Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

The estimated pay range for this role, if based in Virginia, is:

$99,820.14 - 152,651.61

Please note that this information is provided for those hired in Virginia only, and this role is open to candidates outside of Virginia with compensation that aligns with your location. The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location.

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
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

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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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