Vice President, EHS - Construction

About T5 Data Centers–Forever On!

At T5, we’re defined by a magnetic culture of excellence that attracts ambitious, talented people and empowers them to do their best work. We’re the only solutions provider in the data center industry that integrates development, construction, and operations, giving our team the unique ability to deliver end-to-end results. Join us and discover what it means to be part of a high-performing, collaborative team.

T5 Culture

• Consistently exhibit strong ethics, confidence, and a positive attitude toward Company, Customers, and Vendors alike

• Remain flexible to modify or shift behaviour as situations or objectives evolve

• Continuous improvement mindset to participate and drive Company initiatives

• Takes ownership of all success & failure of projects and team members

• Act in the best interest of the Team and Company

Job Description

The Vice President of EHS – Construction provides executive leadership and strategic direction for all Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives across T5’s development and construction portfolio. This role establishes the vision, governance framework, and performance standards that drive a world-class safety culture throughout the organization. The VP ensures that all construction and development activities operate with the highest levels of safety, security, environmental compliance, and operational integrity.

Serving as the senior authority on EHS matters, the VP partners with executive leadership, site teams, and clients to reduce risk, elevate compliance, and implement scalable systems that support T5’s rapid growth. This position plays a critical role in protecting people, property, and brand reputation while enabling high-performance execution across multiple, complex, mission‑critical construction programs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with executives and site leadership to define strategic EHS priorities and translate them into tactical programs that reinforce compliance, quality, and ethical standards

• Develop and communicate a clear, enterprise-wide EHS vision and strategic roadmap aligned with company values and long‑term business objectives

• Provide executive leadership and guidance to EHS teams across all T5 locations, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Monitor leading and lagging indicators—including audits, incident rates, training performance, and new program adoption—to ensure the safety program remains aligned with organizational goals

• Hire, develop, and mentor a high‑performing EHS team capable of supporting T5 and client‑related compliance requirements

• Partner with department leaders to ensure EHS initiatives align with budgetary objectives and operational needs

• Maintain expert knowledge of local, state, and federal EHS regulations and ensure company‑wide adherence

• Continuously evolve program structure, policies, and practices to support a growing organization and enhance business performance

• Maintain relationships with third‑party service providers supporting regulatory compliance and program execution

• Establish processes to monitor regulatory changes and proactively update company policies accordingly

• Oversee execution of required monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to local, state, and federal agencies

• Identify potential environmental, health, and safety risks associated with construction and facilities operations and develop effective mitigation plans

• Conduct and manage risk assessments, audits, and compliance reviews; recommend and track corrective actions

• Provide timely metrics and trend analysis to executive leadership; collaborate with management to implement actions that reduce safety risk

• Develop and implement comprehensive EHS training programs for construction and development teams, ensuring consistent adoption of policies, procedures, and best practice

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Deep understanding of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, and other relevant regulatory frameworks

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and influence teams across all levels of the organization

• Expertise in developing and implementing EHS strategies, training…