Safety Manager I - BLUvera Manufacturing

Mortenson; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off & holidays

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is hiring a Safety Manager I to lead safety programs, training, and audits across multiple project sites. The role partners with operations, production, engineering, and leadership to implement safety strategies that protect employees while enabling efficient production.

The ideal candidate will have strong safety leadership, experience in construction safety programs, and the ability to mentor safety professionals while driving a proactive culture on the manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent.
• Minimum six years of construction safety experience.
• OR High school diploma, CHST/OSHA 500, and 10+ years construction experience as a safety lead.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety oversight and lead Zero Injury program across sites.
• Develop site-specific electrical safety programs with project teams.
• Identify training needs; conduct safety orientation and electrical training.
• Review safety submittals; participate in preconstruction meetings with subcontractors.
• Mentor Safety staff and coordinate with Senior Safety Engineers.

Skills

Safety leadership

Project management

Hazard analysis

Training delivery

Communication

Public speaking

Travel up to 100%

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/OSH

High school diploma + safety certs

Tools

MS Office

Safety software

Job description

SUMMARY

BLUvera, Mortenson’s vertically integrated manufacturing and fabrication business, is seeking a Safety Manager I to provide leadership and direction in building a strong, proactive safety culture across a rapidly growing manufacturing operation. This role will partner closely with operations, production, engineering, and project leadership to develop and implement safety strategies that protect employees while supporting safe, efficient production.

The Safety Manager will lead safety programs, training, audits, incident analysis, and risk reduction efforts while using data and leading indicators to identify opportunities for improvement. This role will also provide mentorship and direction to safety professionals and help establish consistent safety standards across BLUvera’s evolving facilities and operations.

As BLUvera continues to scale its workforce, facilities, and product capabilities, this is an opportunity to help shape the safety culture and systems from the ground up and have a direct impact on how the organization operates. The ideal candidate is a confident safety leader who can build trust, influence at all levels, and turn safety expectations into practical solutions on the manufacturing floor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide safety oversight, leadership, and direction in the implementation of the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites
• Lead project management teams in developing site‑specific electrical safety programs and activities
• Identify training needs and conduct safety orientation and electrical training programs, including train‑the‑trainer sessions
• Review safety submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with subcontractors
• Provide professional direction and mentorship to Safety, Senior Safety Engineers, and Coordinators
• Oversee documentation, tracking, and analysis of all Safety, Injury, and Hazard statistics, trend analyses, and OSHA reports
• Conduct work area safety audits
• Conduct or assist with major incident analysisMonitor and review subcontractor activities for safety concerns

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent
• Minimum six years of construction safety experience
• OR
• High school diploma, CHST Certification, OSHA 500, and minimum of 10 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work
• At least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional managing project safety programs, conducting/reviewing hazard analyses, developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities (or equivalent experience)
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred
• Current driver's license
• Detail orientation to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety‑related software programs
• Positive and professional attitude, strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Effective public speaking and presentation skills
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication, openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 100%
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and affirmative action plans and their intended use

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

Base pay range for this role is $100,100 - $150,200.

(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.

Please make note:

• 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 BLUvera

BLUvera, a Mortenson affiliate, is the leading manufacturer creating solutions that are industrializing the construction industry. We provide innovative building solutions that deliver a faster, safer, and more predictable experience for construction projects. Our products are fabricated with unprecedented precision, accuracy, and speed, providing customers with a fast, cost‑effective, and safer building solution.

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.

Other Items to Note

• 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.