EHS Manager

Cushman Wakefield Multifamily; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global real estate services firm is seeking an EHS Manager to oversee Environment, Health & Safety initiatives. This role involves acting as the primary interface for safety compliance, developing training programs, and ensuring high safety standards across operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HSW management and strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion while providing opportunities for career development. Be part of a transformative company that values work-life balance and continuous learning.

Benefits

Career Development

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Work-Life Balance

Comprehensive Benefits

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in HSW management or a related field.
• Knowledge of local industry safety regulations and required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Environment, Health & Safety.
• Design and implement an EHS audit program for compliance monitoring.

Skills

HSW Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Stakeholder Management

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title

EHS Manager

Job Description Summary

Global Occupier Services (GOS) at Cushman & Wakefield is a business unit specializing in providing a range of services tailored to the requirements of globally active companies and their worldwide real estate interests. The services vary by market and client but primarily include consultancy, advisory, transaction management, project and development services, workplace, and integrated facilities management services.

Job Description

About the Role:

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Environment, Health & Safety, acting as the primary interface within designated geographic regions for both Cushman & Wakefield and client representatives.
• Adapt and standardize EHS processes, plans, and activity calendars to operate across the client account.
• Design and implement an EHS audit program to monitor compliance with statutory regulations, reduce risks, and improve performance against Cushman & Wakefield's EHS management systems and client expectations.
• Develop and deploy EHS training and awareness programs for site contacts.
• Implement safe working practices and procedures, maintaining high safety awareness through employee training.
• Advise country safety and security staff and senior management on safety and security during emergencies; participate in the Country Crisis Management Team and manage emergencies affecting the country, escalating issues to regional and global safety and security teams as needed.

About You:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in HSW management or a related field.
• Knowledge of local industry safety regulations and possession of required licenses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to communicate effectively with executive-level clients and individuals at all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with business-level English proficiency.
• Experience in a corporate environment and stakeholder management is a plus.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As a leading global real estate services firm transforming how people work, shop, and live, Cushman & Wakefield offers:

• Opportunities to be part of a growing global company;
• Career development and a culture of promoting from within;
• An organization committed to Diversity and Inclusion.

We are dedicated to providing work-life balance in an inclusive, rewarding environment, leveraging technology and autonomy to support our employees' career ambitions. We focus on continuous learning, development, and rewarding top talent with comprehensive benefits.

Our Vision

We envision a future where people simply belong. We support and celebrate inclusivity every day, embracing diversity across race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disabilities, and veteran status. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are integral to our identity as a global community—we live it every day. Join us if you share this commitment.