Independent Contractor Ehs Manager Jobs in Virginia

Description

 Who We Are

Our purpose at CloudHQ is to provide flexible, efficient and resilient data center solutions to businesses of all sizes. Our growing organization was founded by the pioneer of data center REITs. CloudHQ has state-of-the-art data center sites located in two Northern Virginia locations, as well as London, Frankfurt, Paris, Milan, and Sao Paulo, and we anticipate exponential growth over the next several years both in the US and abroad.

What The Role Entails

CloudHQ is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to support active data center construction projects. This on-site, project-based role partners closely with CloudHQ teams, General Contractors (GCs), and subcontractors to ensure compliance with federal and local regulations and CloudHQ EHS standards. The EHS Manager provides oversight of contractor safety performance, verifies effective implementation of corrective actions, and promotes proactive safety programs that protect workers, assets, and schedules throughout all phases of construction.

What You Will Get to Do  

Routinely monitor the General Contractor's (GC) EHS performance to verify compliance with approved EHS plans, policies, procedures, applicable regulatory requirements, and all additional CHQ contractual expectations.

Ensure implementation and enforcement of CHQ EHS standards, including requirements that exceed minimum regulatory obligations.

Support and interface with CHQ Project Management by providing timely, data-driven insights into contractor EHS performance, including trends, incident investigations, metrics, and other key indicators to enable informed decision-making.

Participate in daily EHS field inspections on active data center construction projects alongside the GC's EHS Manager to verify compliance with health, safety, and life-safety requirements.

Partner with and seek guidance from the CHQ Vice President of EHS on regulatory interpretation and application.

Coordinate and participate in the formal review and approval of the GC's EHS plans, policies, and procedures.

Drive a standardized and harmonized EHS approach across the project to improve consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Maintain a working knowledge of NFPA 70E and its application to construction and electrical safety activities.

Support the GC and subcontractors during incident investigations and Root Cause Analyses to ensure effective corrective and preventive actions.

Participate in GC-led EHS communication forums, including all-hands safety meetings and site notices, to ensure consistent dissemination of critical EHS information to the workforce.

Verify that daily joint safety field assessments are conducted by the GC and subcontractor EHS teams, and ensure identified deficiencies are corrected in a timely manner.

Ensure GC Project Management participates in weekly site safety assessments at a minimum.

Participate in the GC's monthly project safety committee meetings.

Participate in monthly project safety leadership committee meetings led jointly by GC and CHQ Project Management.

Collaborate with GC leadership, staff, and contractors at all levels to implement practical and effective safety solutions.

Ensure all EHS KPIs, leading and lagging indicators, and performance data submitted by the GC are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.

Verify that the GC effectively plans and manages high-risk activities, including electrical work, excavation, fall protection, material handling, and crane operations.

Participate in project progress and schedule meetings where EHS considerations may impact scope, sequencing, or execution.

Support and contribute to design reviews throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations.

Requirements

What You Bring to The Role  

Minimum of five (5) years of construction experience, with the majority focused on leading EHS programs for data center and/or heavy industrial construction projects.

Demonstrated high ethical standards with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information using judgment, discretion, and professionalism.

Self-directed, results-driven professional with a strong commitment to quality execution.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present effectively to CHQ leadership and clients.

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly develop and implement effective control measures.

Working knowledge of incident investigation methodologies, root cause analysis, and mitigation strategies.

Innovative mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Highly organized with a proven ability to manage priorities and meet critical deadlines.

Demonstrated leadership capability, including the ability to train, influence, and motivate staff.

Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Strong sense of urgency with the ability to deliver on or ahead of schedule while maintaining high quality standards.

Strong technical aptitude with the ability to apply analytical, technical, and organizational skills to solve complex problems.

Collaborative team player who works effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive execution through partnership.

Confident and assertive leadership style to ensure processes are completed and progressed efficiently.

Willingness and ability to respond to after-hours calls and emails in emergency situations.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications with the ability to quickly learn additional software tools.

Willingness to travel to other CHQ U.S. data center sites as needed.

Valid passport or the ability to obtain one for potential international travel.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Also Possess

Preferred professional safety certification (i.e., Graduate Safety Practitioner [GSP], OSHA 510, Construction Health & Safety Technician [CHST], ASP or CSP Preferred.

Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or related field of study, and minimum of 5 years of related construction safety experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

What We Offer

CloudHQ's people and culture are the most enriching aspects that make us a great place to work. We are strengthened by industry experts who bring extensive knowledge, skill, and experience; leaders who bring vision, innovation and commitment to our people; and an expanding team of individuals who believe in that vision and bring their best to support their customers and team.  Our employees enjoy competitive compensation and rewarding incentives, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability), 401(k) with match, 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, development opportunities, and the ability to closely impact and contribute to the growth of an exceptional organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CloudHQ is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.