EHS Manager

JLL

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 126,600 - 155,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL, Seattle, WA, seeks an EHS Manager for the Work Dynamics group to implement and manage EHS programs across multiple account locations, ensuring employees and subcontractors return home safely. You will lead EHS risk management, promote a proactive safety culture, and provide timely counsel on EHS matters, collaborating with clients, vendors, and internal teams.

The role requires extensive experience and strong communication and project-management skills.

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience developing, implementing, and managing EHS programs.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or related field (degree may be waived with ≥7 years experience or EHS certification).
Strong track record of EHS management within operational systems and corporate clients.
Experience managing EHS across multiple sites and countries with knowledge of major market regulations.
Recognized professional EHS qualifications and memberships.
Project-management skills for balancing multi-site activities.
Broad knowledge of Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health regulations and internationally recognized EHS systems.
Experience with management system development, implementation, and auditing.
Experience implementing EHS technology platforms and data-management tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels.
Proven record of presentations and training.

Responsibilities

Implement global EHS strategic objectives and ensure operational relevance.
Provide guidance on EHS risk management and communicate legislative changes.
Maintain Hazard/PPE Assessments, regulatory compliance registers, and risk assessments.
Develop training matrix, manage online training, and report accidents and incidents.
Serve as account administrator for JLL AIMS.
Foster a culture of safety and develop the EHS team.
Lead investigations of EHS events, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
Maintain JLL regional EHS controls, processes, and standards.
Ensure compliance with the Operational Compliance Program.
Implement safety protocols for contractors and vendors.
Support environmental compliance per MSA/SOW.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
Conduct localized client meetings and feedback sessions.
Drive innovation and change management.
Attract, develop, and retain a talented team.
Provide coaching, career and succession planning.

Skills

EHS program management

Risk management

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or related field

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Whether you have deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Job Overview

We are seeking an EHS Manager for our Work Dynamics business to join one of JLL's key global accounts. As a senior member of the JLL Americas EHS team, you will implement and manage EHS programs across multiple account locations, ensuring employees and subcontractors return home safely. You will lead EHS risk management, promote a proactive culture, and provide timely counsel on EHS matters.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

Performance Management
- Implement global EHS strategic objectives and ensure operational relevance.
- Provide guidance on EHS risk management and communicate legislative changes.
- Maintain Hazard/PPE Assessments, regulatory compliance registers, and risk assessments.
- Develop training matrix, manage online training, and report accidents and incidents.
- Serve as account administrator for JLL AIMS.
Leadership and Culture
- Foster a culture of safety and develop the EHS team.
- Lead investigations of EHS events, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
Standards and Compliance
- Maintain JLL regional EHS controls, processes, and standards.
- Ensure compliance with the Operational Compliance Program.
- Implement safety protocols for contractors and vendors.
- Support environmental compliance per MSA/SOW.
Client Relationship Management
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Conduct localized client meetings and feedback sessions.
- Drive innovation and change management.
Team Development
- Attract, develop, and retain a talented team.
- Provide coaching, career and succession planning.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience developing, implementing, and managing EHS programs.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or related field (degree may be waived with ≥7 years experience or EHS certification).
Strong track record of EHS management within operational systems and corporate clients.
Experience managing EHS across multiple sites and countries with knowledge of major market regulations.
Recognized professional EHS qualifications and memberships.
Project‑management skills for balancing multi‑site activities.
Broad knowledge of Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health regulations and internationally recognized EHS systems.
Experience with management system development, implementation, and auditing.
Experience implementing EHS technology platforms and data‑management tools.
Strong verbal and written communication skills across all organizational levels.
Proven record of presentations and training.
Ability to interface effectively with peers, colleagues, and clients.

Preferred Qualifications

10 + years of experience or EHS professional certification for senior manager level.
Working knowledge of real‑estate tools and risk management across complex multi‑site portfolios.
Experience solving EHS issues in a dynamic/diverse environment.
Agile leadership within matrix structure.
Strong business acumen and orientation to measurable results.
Analytical and creative problem‑solving skills.
Strong cultural awareness, ethical standards, and collaborative mindset.

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