Senior Regional Environmental Manager

Location Atlanta US About Switch At Switch we dont just design build and operate data centerswe are enabling the technology of the future Led by Founder &CEO Rob Roy we believe in revolutionary innovation operational excellence and the principle of karma Switch is where talented people come together to EVOLVE the digital world We believe that innovation isnt just about technology its about the people culture and purpose that make it happen Every Switch team member contributes to a mission greater than themselves to create the worlds most advanced digital infrastructure that powers the progress of humanity.

The Senior Regional Environmental Manager leads environmental compliance programs for Atlanta Campus locations including operations construction and commissioning activities Serve as an environmental compliance authority driving program ownership regulatory engagement and cross functional collaboration for data center operations to include serving as a key environmental business partner across construction commissioning stakeholder teams for Atlanta Provides subject matter expertise in environmental regulations operational risk management permitting compliance assurance and environmental incident response to support safe reliable and compliant data center operations as well as development and construction of data center projects This role partners closely with Operations Engineering Construction Energy Legal Procurement and external regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with federal state and local environmental requirements while supporting business growth and operational excellence The Senior Regional Environmental Manager role requires extensive experience managing environmental programs associated with large scale industrial infrastructure mission critical facilities or data center developments in multiple jurisdictions This is a crucial role in fostering a strong culture of safety and environmental stewardship across the Atlanta Campus locations.

• Develop and implement Switch environmental compliance strategies policies procedures and best management practices across Atlanta data center operations and construction projects
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal state and local environmental regulations eg CWA CAA ESA RCRA SPCC SWPPPs NEPA NHPA USACE and StormwaterNPDES
• Lead and manage the environmental compliance programs for Switch Atlanta Campus locations including but not limited to Air quality permitting and compliance eg obtain or renew permits; develop compliance schedules tracking hours of operation fuel usage air emissions calculations reporting and recordkeeping etc
• Develop and maintain compliant Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures SPCC Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans SWPPPs
• Drive NPDES Storm Water and Wastewater discharge program compliance eg permitting no exposure inspections discharge monitoring BMP Implementation and reporting
• Lead waste compliance management programs including characterization handling storage transportation and disposal activities
• Support environmental requirements associated with emergency generators fuel systems battery storage systems cooling infrastructure water treatment systems and chemical management programs
• Support Emergency Preparedness and Response Programs for Atlanta
• Build and maintain positive relationships with environmental regulators consultants utilities municipalities and community stakeholders as needed
• Resolve environmental challenges that could impact project schedules budgets or permitting obligations
• Establish key performance indicators KPIs for construction environmental compliance and project execution
• Monitor contractor environmental performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support agency inspections and responses to regulatory inquiries related to construction projects
• Responsible for ensuring third party construction contractors and associated sub contractors develop and implement comprehensive environmental plans tailored to each construction site and project
• Support development and implementation of Environmental Management Systems compliance assessments and audits to ensure effective risk control and regulatory compliance
• Participate in General Contractor EHS Forums and appropriate industry networks as needed
• Develop and conduct environmental training and technical guidance to operations project teams and contractors
• Investigate environmental incidents spills permit deviations and regulatory…