Kendal Sylvester
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Accomplished Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) leader with more than 11 years of progressive experience directing safety strategy across hyperspace data centers, mission-critical construction, utility infrastructure, substations, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and industrial construction projects. Recognized for building high-performing safety cultures while partnering with owners, EPCs, general contractors, commissioning teams, subcontractors, and executive leadership to safely execute complex, fast-paced construction projects from mobilization through commissioning and turnover. Expertise includes OSHA compliance, NFPA 70E electrical safety, environmental compliance, contractor management, incident investigations, executive reporting, regulatory audits, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives that protect people while supporting schedule, quality, and operational objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Consultant
Stanley Cooper & George Consulting LLC
Dallas, Tx
07.2025 - Current
- Provide strategic Environmental, Health & Safety leadership supporting large-scale data center construction projects from mobilization through commissioning and final turnover.
- Key Responsibilities
- Lead site-wide EHS programs for mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, utility, and commissioning operations.
- Develop and implement site-specific HASPs, JHAs, PTPs, Safe Work Procedures, Emergency Response Plans, and Permit-to-Work systems.
- Conduct executive safety audits, leadership walks, contractor evaluations, behavioral observations, and regulatory inspections.
- Oversee high-risk work including:
- Energized Electrical Work
- NFPA 70E Compliance
- Lockout/Tagout
- Critical Lifts
- Crane & Rigging
- Excavation & Trenching
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Hot Work
- MEWPs
- Lead incident investigations utilizing root cause analysis while implementing corrective and preventive actions.
- Prepare executive safety reports and analyze leading and lagging performance indicators.
- Manage environmental compliance programs including stormwater management, spill prevention, hazardous materials, and waste management.
- Partner with owners, contractors, commissioning teams, and executive leadership to safely deliver mission-critical facilities.
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
Environment, Health & Safety Manager
Gridworks
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Directed Environmental, Health & Safety operations supporting utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), renewable energy, and mission-critical construction projects.
- Key Responsibilities
- Managed company-wide EHS programs across multiple project locations.
- Developed and implemented strategic safety initiatives to reduce project risk.
- Led accident, incident, and near-miss investigations utilizing root cause analysis methodologies.
- Conducted leadership safety walks, audits, inspections, and behavioral observations.
- Managed OSHA compliance and contractor safety performance.
- Delivered safety orientations, regulatory training, and leadership coaching.
- Prepared executive dashboards, safety metrics, and performance reports.
- Mentored supervisors and field personnel while promoting continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Site Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
Beta Engineering
Pineville, Louisiana
01.2017 - 07.2023
- Directed site Environmental, Health & Safety programs supporting utility, transmission, substation, renewable energy, and mission-critical construction projects.
- Managed implementation of company Safety, Health & Environmental Programs (SHEP).
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits and inspections across civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical construction.
- Developed Site Safety Plans and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).
- Performed contractor safety evaluations and OSHA compliance inspections.
- Conducted Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), risk assessments, and pre-task planning.
- Delivered OSHA training, leadership coaching, and workforce development.
- Led emergency response planning and incident investigations.
- Supported environmental compliance initiatives while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist
Aerotek
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Supported Environmental, Health & Safety operations for industrial construction projects by conducting field inspections, OSHA compliance audits, incident investigations, safety documentation, contractor oversight, employee training, and hazard assessments.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Safety & Health
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05-2021
Skills
- Safety Management Systems
- Incident Management Software
- OSHA Recordkeeping
- KPI Dashboards
- Contractor Compliance Systems
- Hazard identification
- Electrical safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Incident investigation
- Environmental management
- Emergency preparedness
- Industrial hygiene
Certification
- Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP)
- OSHA 510 Construction Industry Standards
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
- NFPA 70E – Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (2023)
- Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (COSS) – LSU
- Graduate Industrial Hygiene Specialist – Columbia Southern University
- CPR / First Aid / AED
INDUSTRIES SERVED
- Hyperscale Data Centers
- Mission Critical Construction
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Renewable Energy
- Utility Infrastructure
- Transmission & Distribution
- Electrical Substations
- Industrial Construction
- Mechanical Construction
- Civil Construction
- Commissioning & Startup
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- 11+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience.
- Supported complex construction projects from mobilization through commissioning and turnover.
- Extensive experience managing high-risk construction activities involving energized electrical work, LOTO, confined space entry, crane operations, critical lifts, excavation, and fall protection.
- Trusted advisor to executive leadership, project management teams, and clients on regulatory compliance, risk management, and operational excellence.
- Proven leader in developing strong safety cultures, mentoring field leadership, improving contractor performance, and driving continuous improvement across large-scale construction projects.
CORE EXPERTISE
- Executive EHS Leadership
- OSHA Compliance
- NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Mission Critical Construction
- Hyperscale Data Centers
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Renewable Energy
- Utility & Substation Construction
- Environmental Compliance
- Commissioning & Startup
- Mechanical Construction
- Electrical Construction
- Civil & Structural Construction
- Contractor Management
- Incident Investigation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- Health & Safety Plans (HASPs)
- Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs)
- Pre-Task Plans (PTPs)
- Risk Assessments
- Leadership Safety Walks
- Safety Audits & Inspections
- Excavation & Trenching
- Crane & Rigging
- Critical Lift Planning
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Hot Work
- MEWPs
- Stormwater & Spill Prevention
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Safety Training & Coaching
- Executive KPI Reporting
Timeline
Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Consultant
Stanley Cooper & George Consulting LLC
07.2025 - Current
Environment, Health & Safety Manager
Gridworks
07.2023 - 07.2025
Site Health, Safety & Environmental Manager
Beta Engineering
01.2017 - 07.2023
Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist
Aerotek
01.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Occupational Safety & Health
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Science
University of Louisiana At Lafayette