Campus Environmental, Health & Safety Senior Manager

Job Title

Campus Environmental, Health & Safety Senior Manager

Work Location (On-site):
Fargo, ND

At Applied Digital
, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms.

We are:

• Forward-Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

At Applied Digital, we are committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward-thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

The Campus Environmental, Health & Safety Senior Manager at Applied Digital is the Environmental, Health & Safety leader on-site over the Applied Digital construction projects and multiple hyperscale Data Center operations. This position reports to the Sr EH&S Director with a strong dotted line to the Construction Director and Operations Director on site.

This role is both strategic and hands-on, overseeing the development, execution, and continuous improvement of our management system meeting the intent of ISO 14001 & 45001 requirements and technical environmental, health and safety programs.

This role will involve managing direct reports and driving alignment across contractors, field teams, and Applied Digital leadership. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in implementing EH&S management systems, ensuring compliance with environmental requirements and large-scale construction safety programs, particularly in complex or high-risk environments such as hyperscale data center builds.

• Lead the implementation, enforcement, and evolution of Applied Digital’s Construction Safety program across all phases of site activity across the campus.
• Collaborate with general contractors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to integrate safety expectations into pre-construction planning, execution schedules, and site operations.
• Manage the filing for of key Environmental permits and maintaining compliance with environmental regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor on-site safety personnel, including coordinators and specialists, ensuring proper coverage, professional development, and world class EH&S performance.
• Implement an EH&S management system at the campus including conducting routine site inspections, risk assessments, and audits to proactively identify hazards and enforce corrective actions.
• Serve as the incident commander for any safety-related event, managing investigations, documentation, root cause analysis, and escalation to executive leadership.
• Deliver and oversee jobsite training including orientations, toolbox talks, task-specific instruction, and emergency drills.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA, local/state regulations, and industry best practices while guiding site teams through regulatory inspections and third-party reviews.
• Maintain accurate and timely safety documentation including JHAs, safety plans, incident logs, training records, permits, and SWPPP requirements.
• Lead weekly safety meetings and site-wide stand-downs, fostering an open dialogue between safety teams, field leadership, and tradespeople.
• Analyze safety trends and performance metrics to identify gaps, track KPIs, and inform continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
• Represent Applied Digital’s values and standards in field-level leadership discussions, project update meetings, and contractor engagement efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of…