Safety Engineer I: Lead Zero-Injury Safety at Sites

Mortenson; Illinois; On-site; USD 79,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Safety Engineer I to support the Zero Injury Safety program at a project site. You will work with staff at all levels to promote a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction site.

The role requires administering safety programs, conducting training, and tracking safety metrics, with opportunities to interface with client safety personnel, unions, and risk engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in occupational safety/health or related field preferred.
• High school diploma with CHST or STS certification or OSHA 30 Hour training plus five years of continuous construction experience.
• Experience administering safety programs, hazard analyses, developing controls, and implementing safeguards.
• Previous related internship experience is a plus.
• Current driver’s license.
• Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and safety-related software.
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service.
• Ability to interpret Mortenson policies to team members and outside parties.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Active listening with openness to input and feedback.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite and assist project management with site-specific safety plans.
• Document and track safety violations, conduct audits, and analyze safety data.
• Record and analyze injury, hazard statistics; coordinate OSHA reporting and review safety submittals.
• Monitor trade partner safety plans, assist with injury management and Return to Work.
• Organize project safety events and provide resources for safety information.
• Maintain knowledge of safety standards and ensure PPE and equipment are up to date.
• Interface with client safety personnel, unions, and risk engineers; accompany safety tours.
• Manage safety budget, attend safety meetings, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail orientation

Microsoft Office

Safety software

Public speaking

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Travel up to 100%

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in occupational safety/related field

High school diploma with CHST or STS certification or OSHA 30 Hour + 5 years construction experience

Tools

Safety-related software

Microsoft Office

OSHA reporting systems

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Safety Engineer I to support the Zero Injury Safety program at a project site. You will work with staff at all levels to promote a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction site.

The role requires administering safety programs, conducting training, and tracking safety metrics, with opportunities to interface with client safety personnel, unions, and risk engineers.