Description

The Spanish Environmental Team seeks an experienced Regional Environmental Engineer to provide on-the-ground environmental oversight for data center construction projects across Spain. This individual will work closely with the EMEA Construction Program to develop and implement program requirements, conduct risk assessments, and ensure environmental compliance throughout the construction lifecycle from design through to PFHO (Power and Facilities Hand Off).

Key job responsibilities
- Construction Environmental Oversight
Provide on-site assessment and oversight of construction environmental risks for AWS data center projects in Spain. Complete Construction Environmental Risk Forms during pre-design to identify high-risk aspects. Conduct environmental inspections using standardized checklists at AWS permitted/owned sites during pre-PFHO construction. Monitor General Contractor performance with permit conditions, Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs), and environmental regulations. Review and approve CEMPs submitted by contractors.

- Compliance & Risk Management
Work with Spain Construction teams and local Regional Environmental Engineers to ensure compliance with environmental regulatory requirements. Manage environmental incidents and non-compliances, coordinating responses with regulatory agencies as needed. Provide technical support to construction teams on environmental matters.

- Incident Management & Continuous Improvement
Participate in incident investigations and corrective action development. Ensure Root Cause Analyses and Corrections of Errors are completed on time. Verify that recommendations are implemented by construction teams. Proactively identify and resolve issues to prevent incidents and drive improvements across the Spain portfolio.

- Collaboration & Documentation
Collaborate with Construction Managers, General Contractors, environmental consultants, and cross-functional teams including AWS Environmental Legal, InfraOps, and Design Engineering. Review design changes that may impact environmental compliance. Develop local documentation, prepare regulatory reports, and track environmental metrics and program performance.

About the team
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