Environmental Health and Safety Manager
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LocationUS TX Remote
Work moderemote · United States
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8+ yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedApr 28, 2026 · 6mo ago
Verified live2d ago
May no longer be actively hiring
Posted by the company on Apr 28, 2026
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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
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
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
Ability to travel 25-50% of the time
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Paid volunteer days
Employee assistance program
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Military leave assistance
Scholarship for dependents
Wellness program
Bonus
About the role
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.
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Develop and implement EHS policies, guidelines, and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of all QTS data center employees.
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Ensure regulatory compliance across all EHS programs.
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Conduct and review audits of EHS programs, making recommendations for improvement.
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Maintain environmental permits and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
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Investigate and analyze incident reports involving work-related injuries and illnesses and recommend preventive measures.
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Identify operational EHS and sustainability risks, analyze their potential business impact, and develop programs to mitigate them.
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Assess EHS training needs and ensure the provision of necessary workforce training activities.
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Lead the site EHS champions in the successful implementation of EHS programs.
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Oversee the preparation and submission of regulatory documents. Set, manage, and track corporate-wide EHS goals.
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Establish a performance dashboard highlighting key EHS indicators.
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Foster a culture of EHS awareness and drive safety performance throughout the organization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in EHS technical, business-related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Eight or more years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within a mission-critical environment.
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Certifications from Board of Certified Safety Professionals or equivalent, or ability to obtain within two years.
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Solid experience in designing and implementing systems to manage EHS operational risks.
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Ability to travel 25-50% of the time.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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OSHA 30 and DOT HazMat certifications.
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Experience in communicating with Federal, State, and Local Authorities regarding EHS issues.
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Knowledge of facilities management, engineering, and construction.
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Prior experience working in a data center environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Proficient in EHS, Safety, OSHA regulations, and sustainability.
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Strong communication and written skills.
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Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and executive-level stakeholders.
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Demonstrated ability to prioritize, set, and achieve targets.
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Self-driven with a proven track record of results.
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Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.
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Thorough understanding of occupational health and safety, environmental regulations, and sustainability practices.
TOTAL REWARDS
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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.
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This position is bonus eligible.
Legal
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.
The “Know Your Rights” Poster is included here:
Know Your Rights (English)
Know Your Rights (Spanish)
The pay transparency policy is available here:
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.