Regional EHS Director – Construction

Role Overview

• Own regional construction EHS strategy and execution across multiple sites, ensuring consistent standards, practices, and outcomes.
• Lead EHS compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental compliance and required recordkeeping.
• Partner with construction, operations, legal, insurance, and external stakeholders to resolve complex EHS issues and risks.
• Set expectations and oversee third-party construction contractors and subcontractors, including review and enforcement of site-specific safety plans.
• Manage and direct third-party safety consultants representing Switch on construction projects.
• Oversee incident investigations that meet defined thresholds and ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
• Monitor contractor safety performance, identify trends, and require corrective actions when performance falls below expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and best practices across regions and stakeholder groups.
• Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, insurance representatives, and clients on construction EHS matters.
• Lead regional EHS budgeting and resource planning to ensure efficient use of people, tools, and programs.
• Manage and develop regional EHS team members, setting priorities, reviewing performance, and building capability.
• Partner closely with operational safety teams to manage risks where construction activities impact live facilities.
• Lead and participate in regional and departmental safety meetings.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of EHS metrics and performance data.
• Deliver EHS training as needed to support safe execution of construction work.

Requirements

• Progressive experience leading construction-related EHS programs with responsibility across multiple sites or projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and sustaining EHS programs and training.
• Experience managing EHS professionals and influencing contractors and external partners.
• Working knowledge of construction safety regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and dashboard tools such as Power BI.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.

Benefits

• Generous Benefits Package
• Switch provides comprehensive coverage for you and your family that can be tailored to fit your personal needs, and more!