HSSE Manager

JLL•Chicago, IL

8d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) Manager implements and manages HSSE programs and initiatives across the JLL BMO portfolio. Working closely with the HSSE Director, the manager supports regulatory compliance, strengthens operational practices, and promotes a proactive HSSE culture. The role provides guidance to site teams and stakeholders to ensure HSSE requirements, programs, and client expectations are consistently applied throughout the portfolio. It requires a strong background in HSSE management, including environmental experience with Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and hazardous building materials. The position is Chicago-preferred and described as remote or hybrid, though the posting also identifies the location as on-site in Chicago, IL. Travel to the client’s Chicago facility and key field sites may be required. The role does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in safety management, industrial hygiene, or environmental science.
5–10 years of prior experience in a comparable HSSE program.
Fluency with Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of relevant current legislation.
Practical working knowledge of HSSE tools and techniques, ideally in a facilities management environment.
Knowledge and understanding of relevant standards, legislation, codes of practice, guidance, and operating procedures.
Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage audiences at all organizational levels.
Interpersonal skills to establish credibility with colleagues and senior management.
Ability to conduct audits and gather objective evidence through observation, interviews, and sampling documents and records.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

OSHA certification or an applicable certification is a plus but not required; examples include CHM, CSHM, CIH, CSP, and CEP.

Responsibilities

Manage HSSE training, including reporting, tracking, maintaining, developing, and delivering training to the account team.
Review and provide guidance on the IAQ program, including asbestos, lead, mold, and general atmosphere sampling assessments; manage related documentation, tracking, reporting, and follow-up.
Oversee HSSE performance metrics and reporting, maintain account KPIs, and ensure incidents and injuries are escalated on time.
Analyze and track audits and prepare regular reports.
Create, develop, and implement site-level HSSE policies, practices, and programs.
Provide HSSE management guidance to all levels of the account and technical advice on relevant HSSE issues and legislative changes that may affect service delivery.
Lead HSSE standards to prevent accidents, incidents, and events that could harm employees or client property.
Oversee HSSE investigations and root cause analyses.
Maintain HSSE program documentation, including playbooks and procedures, and records required by JLL, regulation, and the client.
Contribute to the development and refinement of JLL’s HSE culture and account training programs.
Prepare and update monthly, quarterly, and annual client reports on HSSE aspects and activities.
Support JLL employees on industry HSSE compliance, client compliance, and site-specific operating requirements.
Promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the account.
Support sites during audits conducted by clients, corporate or HSSE staff, and external agencies or representatives, including OSHA, fire and building departments, health inspectors, air quality inspectors, and insurers.
Conduct health and safety systems inspections and audit workplace standards and activities.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.