Mortenson Construction

Senior Safety Engineer I

Mortenson Construction$89K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent;
  • High school diploma with CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and 10+ years of relevant construction experience;
  • Minimum of four years of construction safety experience;
  • Current valid driver's license;
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety software;
  • Positive attitude and strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and administer safety programs at worksites, including training programs.
  • Document and track safety violations, conduct audits, and analyze data.
  • Lead OSHA reporting, monitor subcontractor activities, and review safety submissions.
  • Record, monitor, and analyze safety and hazard statistics.
  • Evaluate industrial hygiene concerns and maintain safety standards knowledge.
  • Attend safety meetings and assist with major incident analysis.
  • Build relationships with safety personnel, union representatives, and risk engineers.

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans, including no-cost vision coverage.
  • Dental plan.
  • 401k retirement with generous matching.
  • Paid time off and additional paid leaves.
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
  • Mental health resources and work-life support tools.
  • Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Senior Safety Engineer I

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I that will be responsible for implementing Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites and ensuring a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction work site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Implement and administer safety programs at worksites, including site-specific safety activities and training programs


  • Document and track safety violations, conduct safety audits, and analyze loss control data


  • Lead OSHA reporting, monitor subcontractor activities, and review safety submittals


  • Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics


  • Provide safety-related information, evaluate industrial hygiene concerns, and maintain knowledge of safety standards


  • Serve as a resource for safety issues, attend safety meetings, and assist with major incident analysis


  • Work with client safety personnel, union representatives, and insurance risk engineers


  • Ensure maintenance and inspection of safety equipment and build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent;


  • OR


  • High school diploma with CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and a minimum of 10 years construction experience leading crews and planning work, to include at least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for managing project safety programs, conducting / reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities or equivalent experience in a relevant field


  • Minimum of four years of construction safety experience


  • Current valid driver's license


  • Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks


  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant safety software programs


  • Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills


  • Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies effectively


  • Willingness 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 $89,500 - $120,800 (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.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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.

Let's Redefine Possible®

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.

About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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