Senior Safety Engineer I - Lead Zero-Injury Programs

Mortenson; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans (w

Vision coverage

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with generous Mor

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources and work-life

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple construction sites and ensure a safe environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors. The role includes leading safety audits, OSHA reporting, and coordinating with client safety personnel and insurers.

The candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in safety or equivalent, or a CHST/OSHA 500 with extensive construction safety leadership.

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%

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

Skills

Detail-oriented

Customer service

Excellent communication

Travel up to 100%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/occupational health or equivalent

CHST Certification / OSHA 500 with 10 years construction safety experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety software programs

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple construction sites and ensure a safe environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors. The role includes leading safety audits, OSHA reporting, and coordinating with client safety personnel and insurers.

The candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in safety or equivalent, or a CHST/OSHA 500 with extensive construction safety leadership.