Safety Manager II

Mortenson; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans w/

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with Mortenson's

Paid time off and holidays

Employer paid Life, AD&D, disability

No-Cost mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Safety Manager II to lead the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites. You will develop site safety plans, mentor Safety staff, and drive incident prevention initiatives in a fast-paced construction environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field or equivalent experience, seven-plus years in construction safety, CSP status preferred, and willingness to travel up to 100% to support projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or related field.
• High school diploma with CHST, OSHA 500, and 12 years of construction experience leading crews and planning work.
• Minimum seven years of experience in a construction safety role or equivalent related experience.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant safety software programs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and effective public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, lead, and manage the implementation of the Zero Injury Safety Program and develop site-specific safety plans across multiple project sites.
• Plan, lead, and manage safety program elements and initiatives, collaborating with trade partners and joint-venture partners.
• Conduct and review site hazard assessments, develop safety orientation content, and identify and conduct necessary safety training.
• Oversee project documentation, tracking, and analysis of safety statistics, trend analyses, and OSHA reports, and lead improvement action plans.
• Monitor onsite construction activities, document deficiencies and corrective actions, and lead incident reporting, investigation, and analysis.
• Collaborate with Risk Management, review project work plans, and participate in project planning and hazard analysis.
• Provide direction and mentorship to Safety staff, act as a resource for safety issues, and maintain knowledge of safety standards and regulations.
• Support safety performance metrics, assist in incident response, and build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Safety software

Microsoft Office

Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety / related field

High school diploma + CHST/OSHA 500 + 12 years construction experience

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Safety Manager II that will be responsible for providing management, leadership, direction and support within Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety program for multiple project teams and construction sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee, lead, and manage the implementation of the Zero Injury Safety Program and develop site-specific safety plans across multiple project sites
• Plan, lead, and manage safety program elements and initiatives, collaborating with trade partners and joint-venture partners
• Conduct and review site hazard assessments, develop safety orientation content, and identify and conduct necessary safety training
• Oversee project documentation, tracking, and analysis of safety statistics, trend analyses, and OSHA reports, and lead improvement action plans
• Monitor onsite construction activities, document deficiencies and corrective actions, and lead incident reporting, investigation, and analysis
• Collaborate with Risk Management, review project work plans, and participate in project planning and hazard analysis
• Provide direction and mentorship to Safety staff, act as a resource for safety issues, and maintain knowledge of safety standards and regulations
• Support safety performance metrics, assist in incident response, and build relationships with diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

QUALIFICATIONS

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

OR

• High school diploma with CHST, OSHA 500, and 12 years of construction experience leading crews and planning work, including seven years as a dedicated construction safety professional
• Minimum seven years of experience in a construction safety role or equivalent related experience
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant safety software programs
• Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, professional customer service skills, and effective public speaking and presentation skills
• 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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $107,200- $160,800. (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.

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 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.

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.