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).
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.
* 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.
* Ensure Root Cause Analyses and Corrections of Errors are completed on time. Verify that recommendations are implemented by construction teams. 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.
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
* Minimum 5 years of experience in environmental management for construction or industrial infrastructure projects
* Deep knowledge of Spanish environmental legislation (Environmental Assessment Law, waste regulations, air emissions, wastewater discharge)
* Experience managing environmental permits and communications with competent authorities (INAGA, Confederación Hidrográfica del Ebro, Servicios Provinciales, Industria....)
* Ability to conduct environmental inspections at construction sites and compliance audits
* Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken)
* Availability for frequent construction site visits across Aragón
Experience working with General Contractors on large-scale construction projects
* Familiarity with Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs) development and review
* Experience with Procore or similar construction management software
* Experience in environmental incident investigation and root cause analysis
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