Construction Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Who are we

At Vertiv were on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines from push notifications to generative AI. We design manufacture and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

We are currently seeking aConstruction Environmental Health & Safety Managerto join our dynamic team in Castel Guelfo (BO) Italy!

The EHS Manager Construction Safety is responsible for leading environmental health and safety (EHS) programs across large-scale construction and mission-critical infrastructure projects. This role provides leadership and oversight for safety strategy regulatory compliance and risk mitigation while partnering with project leadership contractors and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure safe and compliant operations.

This position plays a key role in driving a proactive safety culture through program development field engagement and continuous improvement initiatives. The EHS Manager oversees site safety professionals and supports the execution of safety programs across multiple projects ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company safety standards.

What kind of work will you be doing

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of construction safety programs across active project sites.
• Provide leadership and oversight to site safety professionals ensuring consistent execution of safety policies and procedures.
• Partner with project leadership contractors and field teams to integrate safety planning into construction activities and project execution.
• Conduct safety audits site assessments and program evaluations to identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal state and local safety regulations.
• Lead incident investigations root-cause analyses and corrective action planning to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs orientations and leadership coaching for field personnel and contractors.
• Support the development and execution of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Establish and monitor key safety performance metrics and provide reporting and insights to leadership.
• Serve as the primary safety liaison with internal stakeholders contractors and project leadership teams.
• Promote a culture of accountability continuous improvement and proactive hazard identification across construction operations.

What will make you successful

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety Environmental Health & Safety Construction Management or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 810 years of construction safety experience including 3 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Demonstrated experience managing safety programs within complex construction environments.
• Strong leadership communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence safety culture and drive compliance across cross-functional teams.

Certifications

• Nebosh or equivalent Construction Certification required.
• STS-C (Safety Trained Supervisor Construction) or CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook Word and Excel.
• Additional professional certifications such as CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or related credentials.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting data center or mission-critical construction environments.
• Experience working with union labor environments.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or industrial construction projects.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on active construction sites.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to lift and carry safety equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to safely navigate construction environments including uneven surfaces and elevated work areas.

Travel

• 35-50%

IfYOUare the person we are looking for feel free to apply and lets start drafting your future career in a healthy and growing environment!

The successful candidate will embrace Vertivs Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. . Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

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