Carouthers

Regional Environmental, Health and Safety Manager (Ehs) - Mission Critical @QTS Data Centers

US

Regional Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager — Mission CriticalLead environmental, health, and safety strategy for multiple high-complexity, mission-critical data center construction and operational sites. Drive compliance, reduce risk, and embed a proactive safety culture that protects people, assets, and reputation.Key Achievements:Oversee regional EHS programs in alignment with OSHA, EPA, RCRA, SPCC, ISO 14001, and client standards.Develop and implement Safety Management Plans, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), improving leading indicators and reducing incidents.Partner with general contractors, commissioning teams, and trade partners to standardize safety expectations across all sites.Conduct internal audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews with zero penalties and rapid closure of corrective actions.Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and targeted interventions to prevent recurrence.Deliver impactful safety training for leaders, supervisors, and craft professionals.Analyze performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the region.Act as the primary EHS liaison for executive leadership, clients, and regulatory agencies.Core Competencies:Mission-Critical EHS Leadership | Multi-Site Safety Oversight | Data Center Construction Safety | Contractor Management | Regulatory Compliance | Safety Culture Development | Audit & Inspection Management | Incident Investigation | Risk Mitigation | Continuous Improvement | Stakeholder Engagement

Prairie View A&M University

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting and Finance

Columbia Southern University

Master of Science - MS, Occupational Safety and Health