EH&S Communications Manager, 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.

Environmental Health & Safety Department

The EHS team is responsible for collaborating with Construction, Operations, Contractors, Vendors, and various regulatory agencies to ensure the health, safety, and environmental risks of the company are protected and that everyone enjoys a safe and healthful workplace. At Vantage, health, safety, and environmental protection are a core value that guides everything we do. By leveraging every individual that works at Vantage to lean into safety initiatives, and by executing the executive mandate that Vantage will place safety at the forefront of everything we do, our employees and those we work with enjoy a safety culture that is deeply ingrained and expects excellence in safety. This excellence is achieved through constant vigilance, planning, training, measurement, and cooperation, all of which is aligned with operational and construction activities and goals.

This role can be based in any of our US locations: Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Santa Clara, CA; San Antonio, TX; Columbus; Ohio, Atlanta; Georgia; or Ashburn, VA in alignment with our flexible work policy (3 days onsite required, 2 days flexible).

Position Description

Vantage is looking for a Environmental Health & Safety Communications Manager. This position will be responsible for improving the health and safety of our data centers, advancing safety culture, and protecting our employees by driving effective communication, leading Safety Week and safety-related summits, and ensuring strong alignment with contractors, unions, and customers.

You will work closely with experts in security, construction, operations, logistics, compliance, corporate counsel, and human resources to further Vantage's health safety program. You will partner with employees as well as contractors to achieve health and safety goals and improve our already strong safety culture. You will work in a fast-paced environment where our operations are rapidly changing, advocating safe changes in the face of new infrastructure, new tools, and new products/processes. Vantage is a leader in operational excellence and this position is pivotal to ensuring that we continue to lead the industry in this area with particular emphasis on executing and reporting on all EHS areas within the business. The role requires autonomy and will be responsible for implementing and monitoring processes that include:

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a consistent global communications rhythm for EHS, including newsletters, leadership updates, dashboards, and site-level messaging to drive alignment and transparency across all regions.

• Create and manage recognition programs that celebrate safety excellence, highlight positive behaviors, and reinforce a strong safety culture across sites, functions, and global teams.

• Ensure timely distribution and version control of EHS standards, procedures, and training materials.

• Coordinate with contractors and JV partners to collect, review, and archive EHS documentation.

• Implement digital tools and platforms for efficient document management under fast project timelines.

• Train project staff and contractors.

• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive EHS records.

Duties

• Develop and maintain centralized EHS document control system.

• Manage version control and timely distribution of EHS procedures and standards, reinforcing unified communication and expectations for employees, contractors, and partners.

• Collect, review, and archive contractor and JV partner EHS documentation, ensuring consistent standards and helping drive shared understanding of expectations and risk tolerance.

• Develop tools and resources that energize local teams such as summits, culture campaigns, and recognition programs- to reinforce key safety behaviors and celebrate performance.

• Contribute to culturebuilding initiatives that help define and amplify EHS identity, driving behavior change and reinforcing safety as a core organizational value.

• Any other duties assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Environmental, Health and Safety or a related degree in science/engineering discipline with coursework in risk management or safety is preferred, but not required, depending on experience.

• A minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in EHS is required, with demonstrated knowledge and experience controlling the broad spectrum of risks across multiple sites.

• Must have current working knowledge of OSHA regulations and standards and other non-regulatory safety standards applicable to the location

• Must have familiarity with consensus standards such as those published by ANSI and NFPA.

• Effective ability to operate beyond a compliance-based health and safety management approach in order to collaborate with all stakeholders to find solutions that support the business while identifying and controlling risk.

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Experience with electronic document management systems (EDMS) and collaboration platforms.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under aggressive schedules.

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

• Salary Range: $115,000 - $135,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based for Colorado on market data and may vary in other locations)

• 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.

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

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!