Regional EHS Manager

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SUMMARY:       

Aligned Data Centers is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to oversee safety management functions for construction projects and data center operations within the Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Lubbock TX regions.

The Aligned Regional EHS Manager must be an experienced professional in safety, health, and environment management practices. This position will be responsible for preventing incidents through proactive safety management processes for Aligned Data Center operations and construction expansion projects. This position will be required to be based in the Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX area. The Regional EHS Manager will be required to be on site to support ongoing construction or operations, with possible travel to other regions to support ongoing projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities Relating to Construction, General Contractor, Sub-Tier, and Trade Partner Operations:

• Effectively review, audit, and analyze for compliance risk elimination and reduction with the general contractor and trade partners for such high-risk activities including, but not limited to, electrical work, excavation, fall protection, material handling, crane operations, hot-work, and hazardous material management. 

• Conduct EHS audits of Aligned Data Centers construction sites to ensure compliance with Aligned Data Centers EHS Requirements, OSHA, DEQ., etc., and life safety requirements. Meet with general contractor management and safety team leadership to immediately or promptly correct deficiencies, and track audit data, corrective actions, and completion timelines.  Collaborate with general contractor and trade partner leadership to develop and implement corrective action or safety improvement plans, when needed. 

• Monitor, interpret, and communicate changes to standards and regulatory requirements of OSHA, EPA DEQ, etc., to assure compliance by Aligned Data Centers construction general contractors and trade partners. 

• Represent Aligned Data Centers during  incident investigations, major near-miss investigations, and root cause analysis led by the general contractor. Approve corrective and preventive actions the contractor or trade partner develop to prevent incidents and near-miss recurrence.

• Partner with the Aligned Data Centers Construction Manager(s) and Leadership throughout the construction pre-bidding and review process, and analyze general contractors, trade partners, and contractors submitting bids. Offer input on contractor safety performance relating to Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) and Workers Compensation Experience Modification Rate (EMR), and identify any OSHA, DEQ, or EPA violations. In addition, review contractors' written safety manuals, injury prevention programs, and safe means and methods processes. Offer insights regarding contractor performance to the Aligned Data Centers Construction Manager(s).

• Lead the contractor safety page turns for those companies planning to perform work on Aligned Data Centers expansion projects or data center operational construction activities to ensure all Aligned Data Centers EHS requirements are being met. Require additions or corrections to their EHS programs and injury prevention programs (IPP).

• Collect and analyze best practices, lessons learned, and corrective actions to share with Aligned Data Centers stakeholders to prevent reoccurrence for safety, health, environmental, and quality related incidents.

• Collaborate with and report key-performance indicators (KPIs) to Aligned Data Centers customers.  Develop necessary reporting documents, and communicate all incidents, lessons learned, and corrective actions in an efficient and effective manner.  Lead and conduct incident and root cause analysis reviews with customers and collaborate on corrective actions and programmatic changes.

• Participate in and support project related meetings or events, including but not limited to:  commissioning meetings, site tours, customer visits/assessments, key high-risk activities, stretch and flex, site safety stand downs, weekly safety meetings, and weekly progress meetings.

• Network with other data center EHS managers within the industry, sharing and discussing innovative EHS means, products, and methods to improve safety and health processes to prevent incidents.

Responsibilities Relating to Data Center Operations:

• Implement and manage Aligned Data Centers' EHS standards and principles, policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to EHS management systems, risk assessments, and assistance with industrial hygiene assessments as required. In addition, ensure that Aligned Data Centers comply with OSHA, Department of Environmental Quality, Environmental Protection Program regulations, or other applicable regulations.

• Effectively review, audit, and analyze for compliance all onsite contractors working within active data centers. Collaborate with Aligned Data Centers staff on high-risk activities including, but not limited to, electrical work, fall protection, material handling, trenching, excavation, hot work, and hazardous material management. 

• Manage the Aligned Data Centers EHS plans for emergencies, threatening weather occurrences, natural disasters, business continuity interruptions, political and social unrest, demonstrations, and other unique events affecting Aligned Data Centers personnel or operations.

• Conduct EHS audits of live, operational, data centers to ensure compliance with EHS and life safety requirements. Meet with and fully assist the Aligned Data Centers operations teams in correcting deficiencies identified.

• Support and lead incident investigations, near-miss investigations, and root cause analysis; develop corrective and preventive actions that can be identified, communicated globally, and implemented to prevent reoccurrence.

• Monitor, interpret, and communicate global summaries of changes to standards and regulatory requirements of OSHA, EPA, DEQ, etc., to ensure compliance and proactive risk management.

• Collaborate with and report key-performance indicators (KPIs) to Aligned Data Centers customers.  Develop necessary reporting documents, and communicate all incidents, lessons learned, and corrective actions in an efficient and effective manner.  Lead and conduct incident and root cause analysis reviews with customers, and collaborate on corrective actions and programmatic changes.

Travel as needed to support both direct and indirect regions, and to support ongoing EHS initiatives with Aligned, up to 25%.

MINIMUM DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

The candidate for this position must have at a minimum of five (5) years that have been dedicated solely to data center or commercial building construction safety management and hold the following credentials:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in EHS discipline or EHS-related field and
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or,
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) and seeking a CSP or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) seeking an ASP/CSP
• Or deemed qualified by the SVP of Aligned EHS to possess the safety acumen necessary to effectively provide EHS oversight for the projects within the assigned region.

In addition, have a thorough working knowledge of the following work processes relating to data center or industrial construction:

• Confined Space
• Cranes
• Mobile Equipment Operations
• Electrical Safety Management
• Lock Out/Tag Out(LOTO)
• Electrical/Mechanical Commissioning
• Excavation/Trenching
• Fall Protection
• Scaffolds
• Precast and Steel Erection
• Demolition

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand/walk/sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Frequent exposure to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts
• Frequently work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions
• Frequently exposure to extreme heat or cold (non-weather)
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts:  HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants.  FSA's offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Company-Sponsored Insurance: Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Optional Benefits: Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Aligned is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. We ensure that all applicants and team members are considered for employment, advancement, and all other employment-related matters without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability or medical condition, please contact our People & Culture team. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws. Aligned will make reasonable accommodations where necessary to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.