Director, Environmental Compliance

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As the Director, Environmental Compliance for QTS your primary responsibility will be managing all Environmental aspects from pre-development to construction and facility operations. This position will identify and resolve environmental risk, along with project teams. The position will be responsible for the development of overall strategies, policy, processes, and procedures. Position is highly collaborative with data site teams, QTS leadership and applicable agencies.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Other duties may be assigned. 

·         Develop Environmental policies, guidelines, procedures, and implementation plans for applicable programs for QTS data centers.

·         Be responsible for regulatory compliance and interface with applicable agencies.

·         Conduct and review audits of Environmental programs and develop recommendations for improvement to ensure compliance with internal procedures and applicable regulations.

·         Monitor and maintain environmental permits/programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.

·         Investigate and analyze incident reports involving environmental matters. Ensure that corrective actions are shared.

·         Keep current on professional training and safety certifications.

·         Identify and evaluate development, operational, and sustainability risks for impact to the business.

·         Analyze risk scenarios to determine their potential impact on the business and implement programs to mitigate those risks.

·         Conduct assessments of existing Environmental programs to ensure alignment with QTS EHS policies.

·         Assess training needs based on Environmental programs and ensures that workforce training activities are provided to meet legislative requirements.

·         Identify, Develop and Manage initiatives for Environmental excellence.

·         Coach, mentor and lead various internal stakeholders.

·         Ensure all Environmental recordkeeping and reporting is accurate.

·         Set and manage corporate wide Environmental goals.

·         Work collaboratively as a member of the Sustainability Leadership Team

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in EHS technical, Earth Sciences, or equivalent practical experience.
• Working knowledge of Federal, State and Local Laws such as Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Environmental Impact Assessments, Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA).
• Ten or more years’ work experience in mission critical environment with involvement in EHS program or functions.
• Certifications from Board of Certified Safety Professionals/equivalent agency or ability to obtain certifications within two years.
• Experience in designing and implementing systems to manage EHS operational risks.
• Experience working with cross functional teams and executive-level stakeholders.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Experience communicating with Federal, State and Local Authorities regarding Environmental issues.
• Knowledge of facilities management, engineering, and construction.
• Analytical, data quality troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work across a matrixed organization

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Strong communication and written skills
• Able to work eff