Senior Safety Engineer I

Mortenson; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k plan with generous match

Paid time off and holidays

Life/AD&D/Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement/Adoption Aid

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites and ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction site.

Responsibilities include administering safety programs, conducting audits, leading OSHA reporting, tracking injury statistics, evaluating industrial hygiene concerns, and collaborating with client safety personnel, unions, and risk engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or equivalent.
• OSHA CHST or higher with 10 years construction safety leadership experience.
• Minimum 4 years of construction safety experience and valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer safety programs at worksites, including site-specific activities and training.
• Document and track safety violations, conduct audits, and analyze loss data.
• Lead OSHA reporting, monitor subcontractor activities, and review submittals.
• Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics.
• Provide safety information and evaluate industrial hygiene concerns.
• Attend safety meetings and assist with major incident analysis.
• Collaborate with client safety personnel, union representatives, and risk engineers.
• Ensure maintenance and inspection of safety equipment and build relationships across levels.

Skills

Safety program implementation

OSHA compliance

Safety training

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/occupational health

High school diploma with CHST/OSHA 500 + 10 yrs construction experience

Construction safety experience 4+ years

Tools

Safety software

Job description

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursementAdoption 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.

PLEASE MAKE NOTE:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

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.

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.

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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.