
Safety Engineer I
Required skills
- Zero Injury Safety program
- site-specific safety programs
- safety orientation
- safety training
- safety violations
- safety statistics
- injury statistics
- hazard statistics
- OSHA reporting
- safety submittals
Nice to have
- occupational safety
- health
- related field
- internship experience
- detail orientation
- customer service skills
Role summary
Mortenson is seeking a passionate Safety Engineer I to implement its Zero Injury Safety program on construction sites. This role involves administering safety programs, conducting training and audits, analyzing safety data, coordinating OSHA reporting, and managing safety budgets. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety program administration, hazard analysis, and implementing controls, with a preference for a degree in occupational safety or related field. Alternatively, a high school diploma with specific certifications (CHST or STS), OSHA 30 Hour training, and five years of continuous construction experience are acceptable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety-related software, strong communication, and public speaking skills are required. The role requires detail orientation, initiative, and the ability to travel up to 100%.
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Engineer I who can interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Safety Engineer will work to implement Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety program at a project site and ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction work site.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite, assist project management in developing site-specific safety programs, and conduct safety orientation and training
Document and track safety violations, conduct work area safety audits, and analyze leading/trailing indicator data
Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics, coordinate OSHA reporting, and review safety submittals
Monitor trade partner work plans for safety concerns, assist with onsite injury management, and manage Return to Work assignments
Organize project safety celebrations, provide resources for safety information, and evaluate industrial hygiene concerns
Maintain knowledge of construction safety standards, serve as a resource for safety issues, and ensure maintenance of safety equipment and PPE
Interface with client safety personnel, union representatives, insurance risk engineers, and accompany safety personnel on work-site tours
Manage safety budget, attend/chair safety meetings, and perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or Associate's degree in occupational safety, health, or related field preferred;
OR
High school diploma, CHST or STS certification, OSHA 30 Hour training with minimum five years of continuous construction experience
Experience administering safety programs, conducting hazard analyses, developing controls, implementing safeguards, contributing to safe work activity plans
Previous related internship experience a plus
Current driver's license
Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks
Ability to work in Microsoft Office and safety-related software programs
Positive and professional attitude, strong customer service skills
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies to team members and outside parties
Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, leadership skills
Effective public speaking and presentation skills
Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback
Ability to travel up to 100%
A few benefits offered include:
(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program
The base pay range for this role is $78,800 MIN - $98,500 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).
Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.
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Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
ABOUT MORTENSON
As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.
Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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