Fleet Data Centers
EHS Risk & Assurance Manager, Contractor & Supplier
Fleet Data Centers, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
EHS Risk & Assurance Manager, Contractor & Supplier
This role can be located in Fleet’s corporate locations in Seattle, WA, Denver, CO, Austin, TX or its onsite location in Reno, NV with a hybrid expectation of 3 days in-office per week.
Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega-scale data center campuses. Fleet provides its customers with flexibility and predictability to meet their upside demand forecasts, addressing a key need in the market as traditional leased models are struggling to keep pace with the demand for new Cloud and AI infrastructure. Fleet is led by a team of industry veterans that have already made a lasting imprint on the evolution of global digital infrastructure and are committed and uniquely capable of upleveling data center development scales and operations in the face of rising demand. Fleet is well positioned to bring in-house design, engineering and operational capabilities to collaborate with customers on tailored solutions for campuses of 500MW+. This unique model enables Fleet to provide the world’s largest and most sophisticated customers with a seamless extension of their own data center fleets with constant access to design innovation. Fleet headquarters is in Denver, Colorado, with satellite offices in Seattle, WA and Arlington, VA.
At Fleet Data Centers, our unwavering commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is a core principle that defines our culture and guides every decision we make. We believe that every accident is preventable, and our ultimate goal is ZERO incidents. Nothing is more important than the safety and well-being of our employees and contractors – At Fleet we work safely, or we don't work at all. Our success is built on a foundation of trust, operational excellence, and an enduring dedication to EHS.
We are seeking a
EHS Risk & Assurance Manager, Contractor & Supplier
to lead the environmental, health, and safety governance for our third-party workforce across our all our operations. In this role, you will own the end‑to‑end EHS lifecycle for our supply chain partners, from pre‑qualification, qualification, and onboarding to operational oversight and performance assurance. You will serve as the "bridge" between our internal high standards and the operational reality of our General Contractors (GCs), subcontractors who work for the General Contractor, Owner Direct contracted vendors, Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) vendors, Contractor Furnished Contractor Installed (CFCI) partners, and facility service providers. Your primary objective is to drive a unified safety culture ("One Team") that mitigates high‑risk EHS activities, ensures regulatory compliance, and delivers world‑class EHS performance across Fleet.
Key Responsibilities
Prequalification & Vetting: Manage the EHS pre‑qualification and qualification process for all new vendors using tools such as ISNetworld, Avetta, or similar. Review safety statistics (TRIR, EMR, etc.), safety programs, and regulatory citations to approve or reject suppliers.
Bridging Documents: Draft and enforce EHS Bridging Documents that clearly define the interface between Fleet Global EHS Policy and the contractor’s safety programs, ensuring no gaps in responsibility, particularly managing the complex safety interfaces between GC, Subcontractors, Owner Direct, OFCI, and CFCI workstreams.
Onboarding & Orientation: Provide assurance that the deployment of site‑specific induction programs that ensure every vendor understands the critical risks unique to the data center construction, applicable EHS procedures, operations environment (e.g., Critical Power, Cooling Systems) before touching tools.
Create relationships of trust with our vendor partners ensuring they operate with a high level of transparency, leverage our learning organization, and drive continuous improvement in their EHS performance.
Critical Environment Controls: serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for high‑risk work streams, including Energized Electrical Work (NFPA 70E), Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry, etc.
Method of Procedure (MOP) Review: Partner with Critical Facility Managers and vendor EHS leadership to review MOPs and Risk Assessments (RAMS) for complex maintenance and construction activities, ensuring "Safety in Design" principles are applied.
Permit to Work (PTW) System: Audit the effectiveness of the PTW system to ensure contractors are rigorously adhering to authorization protocols for hazardous work activities.
Assurance, Auditing & Performance Monitoring
Fleet‑Wide Assurance Strategy: Develop and execute a risk‑based audit schedule to verify contractor compliance with contractual EHS requirements and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, local country equivalents).
Balanced Scorecards: Maintain a Contractor/Supplier EHS Balanced Scorecard system. Track leading indicators (near misses reported, toolbox talks, observations) and lagging indicators (injuries, spills, etc.) to drive accountability.
Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs): Lead EHS performance reviews with vendor executives, using data to drive continuous improvement plans (CIPs) or performance management actions.
Incident Investigation: Lead or oversee Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for significant contractor incidents. Ensure findings are factual, "non‑blame" oriented, and result in systemic corrective actions (CAPA).
Lessons Learned Sharing: Facilitate the rapid sharing of "Lessons Learned" across Fleet leveraging the post mortem process to prevent repeat occurrences at other sites.
Facilitate the EHS post mortem committee meetings with Fleet Executive Leadership.
Coaching & Mentoring: Actively coach contractor site leadership and safety representatives, helping them move from a "compliance mindset" to a "commitment mindset."
Campaigns & Engagement: Collaborate with vendors to roll out Fleet‑wide safety campaigns (e.g., "Hand Safety Month," "Electrical Safety Week") that engage the frontline workforce.
Partner with Fleet EHS Coordinator proactively managing Fleet’s (Safety) Culture.
Success Metrics
Reduction in Contractor Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) across the fleet.
100% completion of scheduled assurance audits and closure of critical findings within 30 days.
Effective completion of investigations, lessons learned implementation, and any KPIs around the effectiveness of the post mortem learning process.
Successful implementation of standardized bridging documents for all critical vendors.
Improvement in "Safety Culture" survey scores among the contractor workforce.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
5+ Years of Experience in EHS management, with at least 3 years specifically managing contractors in high‑risk industries (Data Centers, Construction, Oil & Gas, Semiconductor, or Heavy Manufacturing).
5+ Years of Experience managing EHS across multiple sites or regions.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), NEBOSH Diploma, or country‑equivalent (e.g., CMIOSH, CRSP).
Preferred Qualifications
Deep expertise in Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E / CSA Z462) and Arc Flash mitigation.
Strong working knowledge of Contractor Management Standards (e.g., ANSI/ASSP Z10, ISO 45001).
Familiarity with Data Center infrastructure (UPS, Generators, Chillers, CRAC units, Fire Suppression).
Ability to negotiate and drive change with external vendor leadership and internal stakeholders who do not report to you.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or EHS Software (Gensuite, Enablon, Intelex) to visualize risk data.
Ability to guide teams through emergency response scenarios.
Travel This role will include up to 35% travel to Fleet offices, as well as meeting vendors.
Expected Salary Range Up to $150,000 base salary plus annual bonus.
Fleet Data Centers Employment Fleet Data Center employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer‑covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization’s ongoing needs. Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at
info@fleetdatacenters.com . Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Only candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship will be considered.
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Fleet Data Centers designs, builds and operates mega-scale data center campuses. Fleet provides its customers with flexibility and predictability to meet their upside demand forecasts, addressing a key need in the market as traditional leased models are struggling to keep pace with the demand for new Cloud and AI infrastructure. Fleet is led by a team of industry veterans that have already made a lasting imprint on the evolution of global digital infrastructure and are committed and uniquely capable of upleveling data center development scales and operations in the face of rising demand. Fleet is well positioned to bring in-house design, engineering and operational capabilities to collaborate with customers on tailored solutions for campuses of 500MW+. This unique model enables Fleet to provide the world’s largest and most sophisticated customers with a seamless extension of their own data center fleets with constant access to design innovation. Fleet headquarters is in Denver, Colorado, with satellite offices in Seattle, WA and Arlington, VA.
At Fleet Data Centers, our unwavering commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is a core principle that defines our culture and guides every decision we make. We believe that every accident is preventable, and our ultimate goal is ZERO incidents. Nothing is more important than the safety and well-being of our employees and contractors – At Fleet we work safely, or we don't work at all. Our success is built on a foundation of trust, operational excellence, and an enduring dedication to EHS.
We are seeking a
EHS Risk & Assurance Manager, Contractor & Supplier
to lead the environmental, health, and safety governance for our third-party workforce across our all our operations. In this role, you will own the end‑to‑end EHS lifecycle for our supply chain partners, from pre‑qualification, qualification, and onboarding to operational oversight and performance assurance. You will serve as the "bridge" between our internal high standards and the operational reality of our General Contractors (GCs), subcontractors who work for the General Contractor, Owner Direct contracted vendors, Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) vendors, Contractor Furnished Contractor Installed (CFCI) partners, and facility service providers. Your primary objective is to drive a unified safety culture ("One Team") that mitigates high‑risk EHS activities, ensures regulatory compliance, and delivers world‑class EHS performance across Fleet.
Key Responsibilities
Prequalification & Vetting: Manage the EHS pre‑qualification and qualification process for all new vendors using tools such as ISNetworld, Avetta, or similar. Review safety statistics (TRIR, EMR, etc.), safety programs, and regulatory citations to approve or reject suppliers.
Bridging Documents: Draft and enforce EHS Bridging Documents that clearly define the interface between Fleet Global EHS Policy and the contractor’s safety programs, ensuring no gaps in responsibility, particularly managing the complex safety interfaces between GC, Subcontractors, Owner Direct, OFCI, and CFCI workstreams.
Onboarding & Orientation: Provide assurance that the deployment of site‑specific induction programs that ensure every vendor understands the critical risks unique to the data center construction, applicable EHS procedures, operations environment (e.g., Critical Power, Cooling Systems) before touching tools.
Create relationships of trust with our vendor partners ensuring they operate with a high level of transparency, leverage our learning organization, and drive continuous improvement in their EHS performance.
Critical Environment Controls: serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for high‑risk work streams, including Energized Electrical Work (NFPA 70E), Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry, etc.
Method of Procedure (MOP) Review: Partner with Critical Facility Managers and vendor EHS leadership to review MOPs and Risk Assessments (RAMS) for complex maintenance and construction activities, ensuring "Safety in Design" principles are applied.
Permit to Work (PTW) System: Audit the effectiveness of the PTW system to ensure contractors are rigorously adhering to authorization protocols for hazardous work activities.
Assurance, Auditing & Performance Monitoring
Fleet‑Wide Assurance Strategy: Develop and execute a risk‑based audit schedule to verify contractor compliance with contractual EHS requirements and local regulations (OSHA, EPA, local country equivalents).
Balanced Scorecards: Maintain a Contractor/Supplier EHS Balanced Scorecard system. Track leading indicators (near misses reported, toolbox talks, observations) and lagging indicators (injuries, spills, etc.) to drive accountability.
Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs): Lead EHS performance reviews with vendor executives, using data to drive continuous improvement plans (CIPs) or performance management actions.
Incident Investigation: Lead or oversee Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for significant contractor incidents. Ensure findings are factual, "non‑blame" oriented, and result in systemic corrective actions (CAPA).
Lessons Learned Sharing: Facilitate the rapid sharing of "Lessons Learned" across Fleet leveraging the post mortem process to prevent repeat occurrences at other sites.
Facilitate the EHS post mortem committee meetings with Fleet Executive Leadership.
Coaching & Mentoring: Actively coach contractor site leadership and safety representatives, helping them move from a "compliance mindset" to a "commitment mindset."
Campaigns & Engagement: Collaborate with vendors to roll out Fleet‑wide safety campaigns (e.g., "Hand Safety Month," "Electrical Safety Week") that engage the frontline workforce.
Partner with Fleet EHS Coordinator proactively managing Fleet’s (Safety) Culture.
Success Metrics
Reduction in Contractor Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) across the fleet.
100% completion of scheduled assurance audits and closure of critical findings within 30 days.
Effective completion of investigations, lessons learned implementation, and any KPIs around the effectiveness of the post mortem learning process.
Successful implementation of standardized bridging documents for all critical vendors.
Improvement in "Safety Culture" survey scores among the contractor workforce.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
5+ Years of Experience in EHS management, with at least 3 years specifically managing contractors in high‑risk industries (Data Centers, Construction, Oil & Gas, Semiconductor, or Heavy Manufacturing).
5+ Years of Experience managing EHS across multiple sites or regions.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), NEBOSH Diploma, or country‑equivalent (e.g., CMIOSH, CRSP).
Preferred Qualifications
Deep expertise in Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E / CSA Z462) and Arc Flash mitigation.
Strong working knowledge of Contractor Management Standards (e.g., ANSI/ASSP Z10, ISO 45001).
Familiarity with Data Center infrastructure (UPS, Generators, Chillers, CRAC units, Fire Suppression).
Ability to negotiate and drive change with external vendor leadership and internal stakeholders who do not report to you.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or EHS Software (Gensuite, Enablon, Intelex) to visualize risk data.
Ability to guide teams through emergency response scenarios.
Travel This role will include up to 35% travel to Fleet offices, as well as meeting vendors.
Expected Salary Range Up to $150,000 base salary plus annual bonus.
Fleet Data Centers Employment Fleet Data Center employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer‑covered medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, standard paid holidays, and unlimited PTO.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization’s ongoing needs. Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at
info@fleetdatacenters.com . Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Only candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship will be considered.
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