Construction EHS Manager/Owner's Representation

Title: Construction EHS Manager / Owner's Representative (Data Center Construction)

Location: The Dalles, OR 97058

Workplace Type: Onsite

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8-Hour Shift)

Industry: Data Center Construction | Construction | Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Construction EHS Manager / Owner's Representative to oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) operations for a large-scale Data Center construction project in The Dalles, Oregon. This is a critical onsite leadership position responsible for ensuring that the General Contractor (GC) and all subcontractors fully comply with the owner's safety standards, environmental requirements, and all applicable OSHA, NFPA, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) regulations.

As the Owner's EHS Representative, you will serve as the primary safety advisor throughout the construction lifecycle, providing oversight, coaching, auditing, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain a world-class safety culture. You will collaborate closely with project management teams, contractors, safety committees, and client stakeholders to minimize risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote safe construction practices across multiple disciplines.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in data center construction, electrical safety, contractor management, and construction safety leadership while demonstrating exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental Health & Safety Leadership

• Serve as the owner's onsite Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) representative throughout the construction project.
• Ensure all General Contractors and subcontractors comply with company-specific EHS requirements.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, NFPA standards, local and federal environmental regulations, and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
• Maintain project-wide compliance with all client safety policies and contractual safety obligations.
• Promote a proactive safety culture focused on incident prevention and continuous improvement.
  
  

Contractor Oversight & Compliance

• Monitor and evaluate contractor safety performance across all phases of construction.
• Verify contractor compliance with approved Construction Environmental Health & Safety Programs (CEHSP).
• Review contractor safety procedures and verify implementation in the field.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with all approved project-specific safety requirements.
• Participate in contractor onboarding and safety orientation activities.
  
  

Documentation Review

Review And Evaluate

• Construction EHS Programs (CEHSP)
• Emergency Response Plans
• Emergency Management Plans
• Job Hazard Analyses (JHA)
• Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS)
• Activity Risk Assessments (ART)
• Permit to Perform (PTP)
• Safe Work Procedures
• Environmental Management Plans
• Contractor Safety Plans
• Hazard Assessments
• Incident Reports
• Corrective Action Plans
  
  

Ensure documentation meets project requirements before work begins.

Field Safety Audits

• Conduct routine site inspections and comprehensive safety audits.
• Perform daily site walks with contractor safety personnel.
• Participate in owner-led construction inspections.
• Monitor hazardous work activities.
• Verify proper PPE utilization.
• Ensure work permits are properly executed.
• Observe work practices and recommend improvements.
• Track corrective actions through completion.
  
  

Incident Management

• Participate in incident investigations.
• Lead root cause analysis activities.
• Document near misses and safety observations.
• Investigate occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Recommend preventive and corrective actions.
• Ensure timely reporting of all incidents.
• Monitor closure of corrective actions.
  
  

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Track contractor safety performance metrics.
• Monitor leading and lagging safety indicators.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports.
• Develop KPI dashboards.
• Analyze incident trends.
• Monitor environmental compliance metrics.
• Present findings to project leadership.
  
  

Safety Meetings & Training

• Attend Daily Activity Briefings.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings.
• Attend General Contractor coordination meetings.
• Deliver client-required safety training.
• Conduct toolbox talks when required.
• Facilitate safety awareness sessions.
• Coach contractors on best safety practices.
  
  

Coaching & Leadership

• Serve as a trusted safety advisor.
• Mentor contractor safety professionals.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives.
• Encourage proactive hazard identification.
• Foster collaboration between contractors and owners.
• Build strong working relationships across project teams.
  
  

Environmental Compliance

Ensure Project Compliance With Environmental Regulations Involving

• Waste management
• Spill prevention
• Stormwater protection
• Hazardous materials handling
• Air quality monitoring
• Environmental reporting
• Sustainability initiatives
• Environmental permits
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work Closely With

• Project Managers
• Construction Managers
• Owner Representatives
• General Contractors
• Subcontractors
• Safety Committees
• Engineering Teams
• Environmental Specialists
• Client Representatives
• Regulatory Agencies
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Support additional construction projects as assigned.
• Travel between project locations when required.
• Assist with safety program development.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional EHS duties as needed.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of construction EHS experience (10 years preferred).
• Demonstrated experience managing project-wide EHS programs.
• Experience overseeing multiple General Contractors and subcontractors.
• Mandatory experience supporting Data Center construction projects.
• Strong expertise in Electrical Safety and NFPA 70E standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA construction regulations.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Experience conducting construction safety audits and inspections.
• Excellent investigation and root cause analysis experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional)
• OHST Certification
• OSHA 500 Certification
• OSHA 510 Certification
• First Aid / CPR Certification
• Incident Command System (ICS) Training
• Environmental Compliance Certifications
  
  

Technical Knowledge

Candidates Should Have Experience With

• OSHA Construction Standards
• OSHA 1926
• OSHA 1910
• NFPA 70E
• Electrical Safety Programs
• Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)
• Risk Assessments
• Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
• RAMS
• Permit to Work Systems
• Incident Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Environmental Compliance
• Construction Safety Audits
• Contractor Safety Management
• Safety KPI Reporting
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Safety Management Software
  
  

Core Competencies

• Construction Safety Leadership
• Environmental Compliance
• Electrical Safety Expertise
• Contractor Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Incident Investigation
• Risk Assessment
• Hazard Identification
• Root Cause Analysis
• Safety Auditing
• Continuous Improvement
• Team Leadership
• Coaching & Mentoring
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Report Writing
• Conflict Resolution
• Organization
• Time Management
• Decision Making
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Walk active construction sites for extended periods.
• Climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
• Navigate uneven terrain.
• Lift construction equipment and safety gear when necessary.
• Wear required PPE throughout the workday.
• Ability to travel between project sites.
  
  

Work Environment

This position is primarily field-based and located on an active Data Center construction site. Candidates should be comfortable working around heavy equipment, cranes, electrical installations, elevated work platforms, excavation activities, and multiple contractors while maintaining strict adherence to all environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Why Join Us?

Join an organization committed to delivering world-class construction projects while maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. You'll play a critical leadership role in protecting workers, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving a proactive safety culture on one of the region's premier data center construction projects.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary (Based on Experience)
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Company Match
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Development Assistance
• Profit Sharing
• Referral Program
• Relocation Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Long-Term Project Stability