Data Center Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

About Salute

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Manager to join our team in Barstow, TX and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

Salute Benefits That Put You First

We know life doesn’t stop when work begins, that’s why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future:

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
• Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
• Your financial future matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts—because your health matters.
• Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.

Hours: Monday-Friday, Normal Business Hours with flexibility to assist with client needs | Overtime to include holidays, evenings, and weekends.

Location: While this position is listed in cities across the United States – This position is an ON-SITE role located in Barstow, TX

Position Summary

The Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager serves as the site EHS leader and subject matter expert for a growing hyperscale data center campus in Barstow, Texas. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving all environmental, health, safety, contractor management, compliance, emergency preparedness, and sustainability programs supporting campus operations and expansion activities.

This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role requiring a strong technical safety background combined with the ability to independently build programs, solve complex operational challenges, and partner directly with customers, contractors, site leadership, and corporate stakeholders. The successful candidate must be capable of creating and managing comprehensive EHS programs from the ground up while supporting a rapidly growing campus environment.

The Senior EHS Manager will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, researching solutions, developing recommendations, coordinating stakeholders, and driving execution in situations where detailed guidance may not be readily available.

This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, customer, company, federal, state, and local requirements, including maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental permits and reporting obligations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

EHS Program Development & Leadership

• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific Environmental, Health & Safety programs, policies, standards, and procedures.
• Build and oversee comprehensive EHS programs supporting operational activities and campus growth.
• Create and administer Site Safety Plans, Emergency Action Plans, and Contractor Safety Programs.
• Establish and lead Site Safety Committees and Safety Champion initiatives.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through behavioral-based safety programs and employee engagement.
• Serve as the primary EHS advisor to leadership, customers, contractors, vendors, and employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, customer, and company EHS requirements.
• Ensure compliance with EPA regulations and environmental requirements applicable to the site.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor programs supporting compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local permits.
• Lead the development of scalable safety processes that support campus growth and expansion.

Training & Compliance

• Develop and manage site-specific employee, contractor, and visitor safety orientation programs.
• Build annual safety training plans and compliance programs.
• Maintain training records, certification tracking, and audit documentation.
• Deliver and coordinate required safety training programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and customer safety requirements.
• Maintain documentation supporting regulatory inspections and customer audits.

Incident Management & Compliance

• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action programs.
• Serve as the primary escalation point during safety incidents.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans and ensure timely closure.
• Conduct facility inspections, audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Support workers' compensation, injury management, and return-to-work programs as required.
• Track and report safety performance metrics and compliance trends.

Environmental & Sustainability Programs

• Ensure compliance with all applicable EPA regulations, environmental standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and administer all applicable federal, state, and local environmental permits.
• Manage environmental compliance programs and regulatory documentation.
• Manage waste, recycling, and sustainability initiatives.
• Support Net Zero Waste and environmental stewardship goals.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sustainability and environmental compliance reporting.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Monitor permit requirements and ensure ongoing compliance with environmental obligations and reporting requirements.
• Maintain environmental records and documentation required by federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Develop and maintain Emergency Action Plans in accordance with OSHA and NFPA requirements.
• Coordinate emergency drills, tabletop exercises, and readiness assessments.
• Establish first responder team requirements and training programs.
• Coordinate emergency response activities with site leadership and external agencies.
• Serve as a key resource during emergency events and operational disruptions.

Contractor Safety Management

• Review contractor safety plans and project documentation.
• Ensure Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Task Hazard Analyses (THAs) are completed and followed.
• Manage contractor onboarding, qualification, and compliance processes.
• Conduct contractor safety audits and field observations.
• Monitor contractor adherence to site EHS requirements.
• Ensure contractor activities comply with applicable environmental permits and EPA requirements where applicable.

Operational Partnership & Client Support

• Act as the primary EHS liaison for customers and client representatives.
• Partner closely with operations and leadership teams.
• Support customer audits, RFQs, RFPs, and safety qualification reviews.
• Independently research issues, develop solutions, and coordinate implementation when detailed direction is not available.
• Provide safety oversight supporting data halls, SP huts, infrastructure systems, and contractor activities.
• Support a rapidly growing campus environment where operational demands continue to evolve.

Reporting & Leadership

• Track and report EHS KPIs, leading indicators, and compliance metrics.
• Prepare executive-level reports and customer-facing safety communications.
• Present performance updates, incident reviews, corrective actions, and strategic recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with customers, leadership teams, contractors, and site personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout the campus.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Industrial Safety, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible Environmental, Health & Safety experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing site-specific EHS programs and safety plans.
• Experience supporting industrial operations, critical facilities, contractor safety, manufacturing, energy, oil & gas, or similar environments.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action management.
• Experience building and fostering a positive safety culture.
• Experience working independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Experience partnering directly with leadership teams, contractors, vendors, and customers.
• Experience creating programs, processes, and safety systems from the ground up is strongly preferred.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and applicable OSHA construction standards.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and applicable state and local regulations.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA 70E Electrical Safety requirements.
• Strong understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) programs.
• Experience with Emergency Action Planning and emergency preparedness programs.
• Experience with sustainability, environmental compliance, and waste management programs.
• Experience managing EHS metrics, reporting systems, and compliance documentation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project-management abilities.
• Ability to operate independently and develop practical solutions to complex operational challenges.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems.

Required Certifications & Training

• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry or Construction Certification (Required).
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
• Documented NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training.
• Documented Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training appropriate to the role.
• Proof of Safety Certification through BCSP, NASP, or an accredited college certification program.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.

Professional Certifications

Highly Preferred

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Preferred

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST)
• Safety Management Professional (SMP)
• ISO 45001 Lead Auditor Certification
• OSHA 511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards
• OSHA 501 Authorized General Industry Trainer

Additional Training

• HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification
• RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Training
• DOT Hazardous Materials Training
• Confined Space Entry Supervisor Training
• Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis Training
• Fire Safety & Emergency Response Training

Preferred Industry Experience

Direct data center experience is preferred but not required.

Strong consideration will be given to candidates with experience in:

• Food Manufacturing
• Oil & Gas
• Petrochemical Operations
• Power Generation
• Mission-Critical Facilities
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Large Industrial Operations
• High-Compliance Manufacturing Environments

Candidates with experience in industries requiring strict procedural controls, safety compliance, contamination prevention, regulatory oversight, and formal safety management systems are encouraged to apply.

Military veterans and retirees with relevant EHS leadership experience are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and multiple flights of stairs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach frequently.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE and safety equipment.
• Ability to work in environments with elevated noise levels.
• Ability to distinguish color-coded labels, warning indicators, and equipment markings.
• Possess a valid driver's license.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will:

• Possess approximately 3-5+ years of strong EHS leadership experience.
• Be capable of building and managing complete EHS programs from the ground up.
• Thrive in a highly autonomous environment requiring initiative and independent problem-solving.
• Provide both strategic leadership and hands-on operational support.
• Effectively partner with customers, contractors, and site leadership.
• Balance compliance requirements with operational needs.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and technical resource for the campus.
• Drive continuous improvement while supporting rapid campus growth.

Working Environment & Campus Growth

This role supports a rapidly expanding hyperscale data center campus. The Senior EHS Manager will help ensure safe and compliant operations while supporting:

• Additional buildings and future campus expansion.
• SP hut and infrastructure operations.
• Contractor and vendor management.
• Data hall safety oversight.
• Hourly operational verification activities.
• Multi-person verification and safety control requirements.
• Increased customer, environmental, and regulatory engagement.
• Management of applicable EPA requirements and environmental permitting obligations.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring safety programs, compliance processes, environmental obligations, and operational support scale appropriately with site growth.

Site Location: We operate a 24-hour facility where work hours (shifts) are assigned as needed to ensure job functions are performed satisfactorily, compliance is maintained, and the company operates efficiently. Certain positions, as specified in your offer letter, may require working irregular hours, such as nights, weekends, overtime, alternating shifts, and under various conditions, including outdoor work during extreme weather and extreme environments.

This description does not cover all duties that may be required. Employees must follow any job-related instructions and perform other duties as assigned. Successful performance requires these necessary skills, aptitudes, and abilities.

Compensation & Benefits Disclosure
The base pay range for this role is $83,000 to 86,000 annually. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay upon hire, based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and market/location. Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA), gym discount, mental health, Discounted Group Life & AD&D, Discounted Group Short & Long-term Disability, 401(k) retirement matching, PTO/paid holidays, and parental leave. Final compensation will be determined by job‑related factors consistent with applicable law.

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!

Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department athr@salute.comfor more information. (For recruiting specific questions, please contactrecruiting@salute.com.)

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