Metro Construction EHS Manager - Netherlands
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Microsoft’s Metro Construction EHS Manager in the Netherlands leads safety, environment and risk management for complex construction projects supporting CO+I cloud infrastructure. This role requires strong supplier management, data-driven process design, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver priority initiatives on schedule. You will influence senior leaders, build dashboards and metrics, and ensure compliance with Dutch and European standards including OSHA concepts. Required: bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field (or equivalent), multi-site construction safety experience in Europe, and a construction EHS certification such as IOSH or BCSP preferred. To apply, tailor your resume to show measurable safety improvements, project delivery leadership, and supplier collaboration; highlight regulatory know-how and readiness for a site-based role in Middlemer; prepare for a background check.
Overview
Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a Metro Construction EHS Manager , you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundation technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, XBOX, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. Empower Billions!
The Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) business is critical to delivering on this mission and vision, building and operating Microsoft’s cloud infrastructure, which is growing rapidly in response to unprecedented demand for Microsoft services. CO+I operates one of the largest cloud networks on the planet – comprised of more than 200 Datacenters, 130+ edge sites, 2+ million miles of fiber, and millions of servers and network and storage devices.
The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team is seeking a Metro Construction EHS Manager with the passion to drive value across complex supplier relationships and demonstrated experience in supplier management. Strong analytical skills, using data to design processes that scale, effective collaboration across internal and external stakeholders, and the drive to continuously improve and achieve business objectives will be critical to success in this role. The span and complexity of our activities requires advanced knowledge and technical specialization in construction and design safety management to recognize and control risks.
This is a highly influential position reporting to the Regional Director, Construction and Design Safety. Position location is in Middlemer, Netherlands and will be a site-based role supporting construction and lease projects in this metro.
In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.
Responsibilities
Drive initiatives with a high degree of accountability, adaptability, and urgency, ensuring timely execution of priorities and successful delivery of outcomes.
Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders across functions and organizational levels to support decision making and drive business objectives.
Influence and align stakeholders, including senior leaders, to support strategic initiatives and promote continuous improvement.
Develop, analyze, and communicate performance metrics, dashboards, and scorecards to monitor progress and enable data-driven decision making.
Lead multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, ensuring deliverables are completed on schedule and in alignment with business requirements.
Provide leadership and direction to teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and successful execution in a fast-paced environment.
Partner with cross-functional teams to establish shared goals, drive alignment, and deliver business outcomes in accordance with the One Microsoft culture.
Communicate project status, risks, opportunities, and recommendations effectively through written and verbal presentations to stakeholders and leadership.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant professional experience and/or industry certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience in safety, environmental health and safety, or related roles, with demonstrated experience managing a broad range of risks across multiple sites, including operations within The Netherlands or other European locations.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable regulatory and industry safety standards relevant to construction and operational activities in The Netherlands.
Experience implementing health and safety programs in construction environments, aligned with global standards and local regulatory requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Certification as a construction EHS Professional such as IOSH or BCSP
Demonstrated experience and success with delivering cross functional programs, including ownership, and driving results.
Experience in Mission Critical project delivery and large civil / Building projects.
Background Check Requirements:
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
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Environmental Health & Safety IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across Netherlands is € 65,100.00 - € 129,500.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.
Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/netherlands-corporate-pay.html
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.