Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.
Position Overview
The Senior Specialist, Sustainability is responsible for supporting sustainability efforts across project sites by coordinating data, performing site-level environmental checks, and assisting with documentation required to meet corporate sustainability goals. Reporting to the Sustainability Supervisor, this role plays a vital part in implementing best practices, supporting compliance requirements, and helping drive progress toward Vantage’s environmental performance targets.
Essential Job Functions & Duties
- Assist in day-to-day implementation of sustainability activities across design and construction projects under the direction of the Supervisor or Manager.
- Collect and verify environmental performance data, including energy, water, emissions, materials, and waste metrics from vendors, contractors, and site operations.
- Perform routine site walkthroughs and inspections to document sustainability practices such as proper material segregation, erosion controls, and resource efficiency measures.
- Maintain accurate documentation for certifications such as LEED, Green Mark, or ISO 14001, including logs, photos, and supporting evidence.
- Support internal environmental training efforts, toolbox talks, and onboarding sessions by preparing materials and coordinating logistics.
- Flag non-compliance or performance gaps and escalate issues to the Supervisor for resolution and corrective action.
- Support the tracking of regional sustainability KPIs, dashboards, and reporting tools in collaboration with internal data teams.
- Contribute to environmental awareness initiatives, site posters, and best practice sharing across project teams.
- Additional duties as assigned by management
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in a sustainability, EHS, or environmental compliance role, preferably in a construction or infrastructure environment.
- Familiarity with green building principles, basic energy/water/waste tracking, and environmental documentation requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to collect and organize large volumes of data accurately.
- Comfortable working on construction sites and in cross-functional team environments.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed (up to 15%). May increase as business evolves
We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.
Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.
Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.
Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.
