Environmental Health & Safety Manager, Standards & Governance, NA

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Summary

The Manager of EHS Standards and Governance will lead the development, implementation, and oversight of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) standards across a multi-contractor, joint venture data center project. This role will report to the Vice President, EHS and ensure consistent application of EHS policies, compliance with regulatory requirements, and alignment with corporate governance expectations in a fast-paced construction environment.

This position will be based on-site in our Port Washington, WI location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS governance framework for all contractors and subcontractors.

• Establish and maintain standardized EHS procedures, policies, and reporting mechanisms across the project.

• Monitor compliance with local, state, federal, and Vantage corporate EHS regulations.

• Facilitate alignment between joint venture partners and multiple GCs to ensure consistency in safety standards and alignment with Vantage Vision zero.

• Lead audits, inspections, and governance reviews to identify gaps and drive corrective actions.

• Ensure campus level training expectations are met.

• Provide strategic guidance to project leadership on EHS risks and mitigation strategies.

• Serve as the primary liaison between corporate EHS leadership and project-level teams.

• Track and report EHS performance metrics to executive stakeholders.

Duties

• Develop and enforce standardized EHS policies across all contractors and JV partners.

• Establish governance processes for incident reporting, audits, and corrective actions.

• Lead cross-contractor EHS coordination meetings to ensure alignment.

• Conduct regular compliance audits and site inspections.

• Provide strategic risk assessments to project leadership.

• Ensure regulatory permits and certifications are obtained and maintained.

• Mentor and guide site-level EHS teams to drive consistency across management of contractors.

• Any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.

• 10+ years of EHS experience, with at least 5 years in governance/standards leadership roles.

• Proven experience in large-scale construction projects, preferably data centers or industrial facilities.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, especially in multi-contractor environments.

• Ability to thrive under aggressive schedules and high-pressure conditions.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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