Job DescriptionNewmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK), together with its subsidiaries ("Newmark"), is a world leader in commercial real estate, seamlessly powering every phase of the property life cycle. Newmark's comprehensive suite of services and products is uniquely tailored to each client, from owners to occupiers, investors to founders, and startups to blue-chip companies. Combining the platform's global reach with market intelligence in both established and emerging property markets, Newmark provides superior service to clients across the industry spectrum. For the twelve months ended June 30, 2025, Newmark generated revenues of over $2.9 billion. As of June 30, 2025, Newmark and its business partners together operated from 165 offices with over 8,400 professionals across four continents. To learn more, visit nmrk.com or follow @newmark.
Job SummaryThe Global Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Leader is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining Newmark's global EHS programs and strategy to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, client standards, and internal policies. This role drives EHS excellence across global operations by fostering a proactive safety culture, managing risk, and aligning environmental and health initiatives with Newmark's corporate sustainability goals.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in EHS management within the corporate real estate, property management, or facilities services sector and be adept at influencing across diverse cultural and geographic regions.
ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties:Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement a comprehensive global EHS strategy aligned with Newmark's corporate goals and client expectations.
- Establish global standards, procedures, and performance metrics to ensure consistent EHS program execution.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and regional management teams to integrate EHS principles into business operations.
Program Management
- Oversee development and maintenance of core EHS programs, including:
- Injury and Illness Prevention
- Fire and Life Safety
- Environmental Compliance and Sustainability
- Hazard Communication and Chemical Management
- Contractor Safety and Process Safety Management (PSM)
- Confined Space Entry, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Electrical Safety
- Workplace Violence Prevention and Emergency Preparedness
- Lead global risk assessments and ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Partner with site and regional EHS personnel to drive continual improvement in safety performance.
Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and local EHS regulations, as well as applicable client and landlord requirements.
- Manage EHS auditing, inspections, and reporting processes across all regions.
- Monitor and analyze key EHS performance indicators and provide regular reports to senior leadership.
Training and Communication
- Develop and implement global EHS training frameworks to ensure all employees, contractors, and managers are aware of their roles and responsibilities.
- Promote awareness of EHS policies, initiatives, and best practices through effective communication and engagement campaigns.
Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship
- Support global environmental and sustainability objectives, including energy management, waste reduction, and greenhouse gas (GHG) tracking.
- Partner with Corporate Sustainability teams to align EHS and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) efforts.
Incident Management
- Lead investigations into significant incidents, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented and shared globally.
- Support business continuity and emergency response planning and execution.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsSkills, Education, and Experience:- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive EHS leadership experience, including international or multi-region responsibility.
- Professional certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CSP, CIH, CMIOSH, or equivalent).
- Deep understanding of global EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, EU Directives, etc.).
- Proven ability to develop and execute global strategies and manage cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to travel internationally (up to 25%).
- Strategic thinker with strong operational discipline.
- Culturally aware and able to influence across diverse teams and geographies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Collaborative leadership style that drives accountability and engagement.
- Passion for safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Working Conditions: Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements
Salary: The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
