Vice President, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

About the role

Ada Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. As part of the digital infrastructure platform of Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative investment manager, Ada Infrastructure is positioned to be a leader in the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure.

Join a dynamic team driving the future of safe, sustainable, and high-performance data centers. As the EHS Manager, you will play a critical role in supporting the design, construction, and operational phases of our US-based facilities—ensuring they meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement local policies and procedures to ensure compliance with global company standards.
• Conduct hazard analyses, risk assessments, and site inspections to identify potential safety concerns.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies specific to construction and operations specific risks.
• Establish a proactive safety culture and promote continuous improvement in EHS performance in the region.
• Investigate and document workplace accidents, near-misses, or other incidents in both construction and data center operations.
• Collaborate with departments to implement corrective actions and reduce the recurrence of safety incidents.
• Stay updated with EHS regulations and industry standards specific to both construction and data centers.
• Organize, conduct, and oversee safety training programs for employees and contractors.
• Track, analyze, and report on EHS metrics to monitor safety performance, identify trends, and implement improvements.
• Integrate EHS principles into design reviews to ensure that safety, health, and environmental risks are identified and mitigated during early project phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8-12 years of experience in EHS role, with prior managerial or leadership experience.
• Experience in data centers, critical facilities, construction, or industrial environments preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain positive relationships across teams and stakeholders.
• Experience with contractor safety programs.
• Proficiency in EHS management software, tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $200,000.00 - $250,000.00. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) program with company match
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit
• Access to a world-class medical advisory team
• Mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry
• Mindfulness and wellbeing app
• Financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor
• New parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care
• Matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more