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T5 Data Centers · 1 day ago

Vice President, EHS - Construction

Atlanta, Dallas, or Chicago, GA, TX, or IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

12+ years exp

T5 Data Centers is a solutions provider in the data center industry that integrates development, construction, and operations. The Vice President of EHS – Construction provides executive leadership and strategic direction for all Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, ensuring the highest levels of safety and compliance across the company's development and construction portfolio.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with executives and site leadership to define strategic EHS priorities and translate them into tactical programs that reinforce compliance, quality, and ethical standards

Develop and communicate a clear, enterprise-wide EHS vision and strategic roadmap aligned with company values and long-term business objectives

Provide executive leadership and guidance to EHS teams across all T5 locations, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Monitor leading and lagging indicators—including audits, incident rates, training performance, and new program adoption—to ensure the safety program remains aligned with organizational goals

Hire, develop, and mentor a high-performing EHS team capable of supporting T5 and client-related compliance requirements

Partner with department leaders to ensure EHS initiatives align with budgetary objectives and operational needs

Maintain expert knowledge of local, state, and federal EHS regulations and ensure companywide adherence

Continuously evolve program structure, policies, and practices to support a growing organization and enhance business performance

Maintain relationships with third-party service providers supporting regulatory compliance and program execution

Establish processes to monitor regulatory changes and proactively update company policies accordingly

Oversee execution of required monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to local, state, and federal agencies

Identify potential environmental, health, and safety risks associated with construction and facilities operations and develop effective mitigation plans

Conduct and manage risk assessments, audits, and compliance reviews; recommend and track corrective actions

Provide timely metrics and trend analysis to executive leadership; collaborate with management to implement actions that reduce safety risk

Develop and implement comprehensive EHS training programs for construction and development teams, ensuring consistent adoption of policies, procedures, and best practice

Qualification

EHS leadershipOSHA regulationsEHS strategy developmentConstruction safety experienceRisk assessmentProfessional certificationsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam managementAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety & health, Environmental Health, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Minimum 12 years of progressive EHS leadership experience

10+ years of construction safety experience supporting large-scale new builds or mega-projects ($1B+)

5+ years of General Contractor–side experience

3+ years leading and managing teams in a multi-site environment

Demonstrated experience implementing EHS programs for large, distributed construction and operational portfolios

Deep understanding of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and other relevant regulatory frameworks

Proven ability to lead, inspire, and influence teams across all levels of the organization

Expertise in developing and implementing EHS strategies, training programs, and compliance systems that produce measurable results

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and execute methodically

Excellent organizational, documentation, and attention-to-detail capabilities

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coach, train, and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences