Senior Construction Safety Engineer — Zero Injury Lead

Mortenson Construction

Lincoln (NE)

On-site

USD 95,700 - 129,200

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with match
Paid time off
Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
Mental health resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across project sites and ensure a safe work environment for crews, subcontractors, and visitors at construction sites.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, with compensation determined by experience and location. Travel up to 100% may be required, and the role emphasizes safety leadership, audits, and training across projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in safety or equivalent, or high school with CHST/OSHA 500 and 10 years of construction safety leadership.
  • At least four years of construction safety experience.
  • 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.
  • Willingness to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and administer site safety programs and training.
  • Document safety violations and conduct audits.
  • Lead OSHA reporting and review subcontractor safety.
  • Monitor safety metrics and incident analysis.
  • Coordinate with client safety, unions, and risk engineers.
  • Maintain safety equipment and build relationships across teams.

Skills

Detail-oriented
Multitasking
Microsoft Office
Customer service
Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/occupational health
CHST Certification
OSHA 500
10 years construction safety experience

Tools

Safety software

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across project sites and ensure a safe work environment for crews, subcontractors, and visitors at construction sites.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, with compensation determined by experience and location. Travel up to 100% may be required, and the role emphasizes safety leadership, audits, and training across projects.

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