Cushman & Wakefield · 13 hours ago
Sr. EHS Specialist
Client Site - USA - TX - Austin - 8000 Metropolis Drive
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $82K/yr
5+ years expCushman & Wakefield is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Senior EHS Specialist to support a key client account in North America. The role involves ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, implementing safety programs, and managing risk assessments to promote a safe working environment.
CommercialCommercial Real EstateConsultingLeasingLegalProperty Management
Responsibilities
Assists in the establishment and provision of an environmental, health, and safety (EH&S) program for all C&W personnel and C&W third-party providers aligned with the Client’s EH&S program and requirements
Advises Client on EH&S issues
Engages field operations with tactical execution of EHS programs and systems
Evaluate potentially hazardous situation/s and ensure C&W personnel and C&W third-party providers comply with all regulatory requirements
Administers processes in alignment with the client’s EHS Management System
Drive safety culture with C&W personnel, contractors, and subcontractor environments
Program manages the account’s AED maintenance program. Ensures territories are providing required oversight to include monthly visual checks and ensures Teams are coordinating any necessary repairs
Actively participate in Client Safety Committee meetings and complete subsequently assigned action items associated with C&W’s operational responsibilities
Identifies risk associated with the management of Cushman & Wakefield employees and contractors
Provide risk assessments to determine the impact on Cushman & Wakefield and client staff
Supports the GOS EHS contractor qualification system
Maintains a process for safety-related incident, injury, and near-miss tracking. Conduct post-incident evaluations and produce incident summary reports with recommendations
Coordinates the implementation of corrective and preventive actions and lessons learned related to EHS incidents
Tracks all inspections and maintenance of life safety and emergency equipment under C&W’s area of responsibility and in accordance with regulatory specified frequencies
Administer safety programs and training to C&W personnel, including control of hazardous energy and electrical safety, hazard communication, chemical safety, waste management, Personal protective equipment, etc., pursuant to applicable requirements
Coordinates with territories to ensure a site chemical inventory list is kept for every property. Conducts an annual chemical audit
Perform and record C&W risk assessments (JHA) for tasks completed in critical environments, facilities, IT, and office environments
Ensures LOTO training is conducted, and Client policy is adhered to by the C&W team
Performs and records regulatory compliance inspections related to operational infrastructure
Performs C&W safety inspections, report findings, and evaluate corrective actions
Work with territories to ensure proper maintenance of existing safety, fire safety, and egress-related signage
Prepare, record, and submit environmental and safety regulatory reports for C&W operational responsibilities
Effectively interface with the C&W Teams and Contractors to ensure building modifications driven by C&W are implemented using sound EH&S policies and standards
Confirms compliance by all C&W personnel and subcontractors with all Client EHS programs and applicable EHS regulations
Work with Territories to ensure all alarm systems and detection devices associated with underground and above ground storage tanks (UST’s) function properly and the various tanks are inspected by a certified firm on an annual basis at a minimum
Ensure that territories implement corrective and preventive actions and lessons learned related to EHS incidents
Manages the Learning Management System and assigns appropriate trainings by role
Coordinates with territories and ensures the implementation of any COVID-19-related precautions/actions as required by AMD
Notifies clients promptly of any governmental or regulatory inspection requests
Ensures Teams are properly coordinating access for inspections with client permission and/or participation before any inspection takes place
Supports incident Investigations in conjunction with the online reporting system
Administers EHS processes for the client account EHS group
Produces and analyzes reports with EHS statistics to be presented to senior management
Identify and evaluate operational environment, health & safety (EHS) risks
Works with Field Teams to create job hazard assessments as necessary
Conduct assessments of existing EHS programs to ensure alignment with the account strategy
Work with Territories to identify EHS training needs based on identified operational risks and ensure that workforce training activities are provided to meet business and regulatory requirements
Work with and advise contractors in the identification and implementation of corrective actions for identified deficiencies or issues
Create, validate, and communicate lessons learned via Significant Events (SE) and Significant Potential Events (SPE) with EHS team(s) and trade partners
Investigate and analyze incident reports involving work‐related injuries and illnesses, and recommend measures to prevent recurrence
Conducts investigations and immediately reports all incidents, near misses, and occupational illness and recommends means of preventing recurrence
Perform floor walks and observe work activities, document observations and provide coaching/feedback to personnel to ensure proper safe work behaviors and practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree is required
Requires 5 years of experience within the EHS profession
Knowledge of Environmental, Occupational Safety and Health regulations (OSHA/EPA)
Ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to leverage office systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, etc
The ability to travel (approximately 15%)
Preferred
Specialization in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or Environmental Sciences is preferred
Candidates with the ability to obtain Professional Certifications (CSP, ASP, CHMM etc.) are desirable
Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life, and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield is a real estate services firm that offers retail investment, energy management, and property services.
10001+ employees
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