Campus Environmental, Health & Safety Senior Manager

About This Role

This role leads the Environmental, Health & Safety program for Applied Digital's construction projects and hyperscale Data Center operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and driving continuous improvement. The Senior Manager will oversee the development and execution of EHS management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, enforcement, and evolution of Applied Digital’s Construction Safety program across all phases of site activity across the campus
• Collaborate with general contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to integrate safety expectations into pre-construction planning, execution schedules, and site operations
• Manage the filing for of key Environmental permits and maintain compliance with environmental regulatory requirements
• Supervise and mentor on-site safety personnel, including coordinators and specialists
• Implement an EH&S management system at the campus including conducting routine site inspections, risk assessments, and audits
• Serve as the incident commander for any safety-related event, managing investigations, documentation, root cause analysis, and escalation
• Deliver and oversee jobsite training including orientations, toolbox talks, task-specific instruction, and emergency drills
• Monitor compliance with OSHA, local/state regulations, and industry best practices while guiding site teams through regulatory inspections and third-party reviews
• Maintain accurate and timely safety documentation including JHAs, safety plans, incident logs, training records, permits, and SWPPP requirements
• Lead weekly safety meetings and site-wide stand-downs, fostering an open dialogue between safety teams, field leadership, and tradespeople
• Analyze safety trends and performance metrics to identify gaps, track KPIs, and inform continuous improvement efforts
• Represent Applied Digital’s values and standards in field-level leadership discussions, project update meetings, and contractor engagement efforts

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction environments
• Demonstrated success leading field-based safety teams on projects exceeding $100M in value or 500+ workers in peak manpower
• Deep working knowledge of OSHA 1926 & 1910, NFPA 70E, and ANSI standards applicable to general industry, heavy construction and electrical infrastructure
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence, enforce, and drive accountability across contractor organizations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience reporting to executive leadership and regulatory bodies
• Proficiency with Environmental, Health & Safety management platforms (i.e., KPA, Intelex, Procore Safety, iAuditor, Predictive Solutions) and Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly in high-pressure or emergency situations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety experience in commercial, industrial, or mission-critical construction environments.

Nice to Have

• MBA or master’s degree in related field
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification (OSHA 500 preferred)
• Professional safety credentials such as CSP, or CHMM
• Experience supporting SWPPP implementation and environmental compliance
• Background working in hyperscale data centers or MEP-intensive construction environments
• Prior experience coordinating with owner’s representatives and third-party consultants

Skills

* Required skills