Regional EH&S Manager

Role Overview

• Provide EH&S oversight and direct leadership for 500+ electrical and mechanical commissioning agents across active data center construction sites
• Develop, implement, and maintain written electrical safety programs aligned with NFPA 70E, OSHA 1926, and client-specific requirements
• Conduct regular site visits, safety audits, and field inspections at data center commissioning sites, approximately 50% travel and 50% non-travel remote work
• Serve as the primary EH&S SME to electrical contractors, enforcing safe work practices during energization, switchgear testing, and commissioning activities
• Interface directly with clients and owner representatives to communicate EH&S program status, findings, and corrective actions
• Perform and document arc flash and shock hazard risk assessments; review and approve Energized Electrical Work Permits (EEWPs)
• Develop and deliver electrical safety training for commissioning technicians, subcontractors, and field personnel of diverse trades and backgrounds
• Investigate near-misses and incidents; lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) tracking across all assigned projects
• Enforce Stop Work Authority rights for all team members with retaliation or pushback
• Ensure full regulatory compliance with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable local codes at all project sites

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree in EH&S or Occupational Safety & Health with 7-10 years’ experience as an EH&S professional
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (required or obtain within 90 days of hire, paid by Salute)
• Experience developing and administering written safety programs for construction or industrial environments
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA 70E and OSHA 1910.269 / 1926 Subpart K electrical safety standards
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
• Must physically be able to walk construction sites on uneven surfaces, scaffolding, fixed ladders, 2-3 flights of stairs and work in hot and cold outdoors conditions
• Proven ability to lead and influence a large, geographically distributed workforce across diverse trades and experience levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for client-facing reporting and field-level interactions
• Willingness to travel ~50% domestically, for site visits. 50% remote non-travel work
• Proficiency with safety management software, audit tools, and Microsoft Office Suite
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification with knowledge of electrical injury response protocols
• Preferred Qualifications: NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Technician (CEST): strongly preferred; or must be able to obtain within 9 months of hire if not already held (paid for by Salute)
• Direct experience supporting electrical commissioning on mission-critical or data center construction projects
• Familiarity with data center electrical infrastructure: switchgear, UPS systems, PDUs, generators, medium-voltage distribution, and BMS/EMS integration
• Background working with Commissioning agents, owner's representatives, or general contractors on hyperscale or enterprise data center builds

Tech Stack

• Flash

Benefits

• Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
• The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
• Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Access to HSA , mental health resources, and gym discounts —because your health matters.
• Through discounted group programs, such as legal services , home & auto insurance , pet insurance , and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.