Senior Safety Engineer — Zero-Injury Site Leader

Mortenson Construction; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 89,500 - 129,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction seeks a Senior Safety Engineer to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites in the United States. The role offers Level I and II tracks, with compensation based on experience and location.

The position requires overseeing safety programs, audits, OSHA reporting, and collaboration with clients, unions, and risk engineers. Travel up to 100% is possible, and sponsorship is not offered.

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

Safety program management

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/OSH

CHST Certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety software

Job description

Mortenson Construction seeks a Senior Safety Engineer to implement the Zero Injury Safety program across multiple project sites in the United States. The role offers Level I and II tracks, with compensation based on experience and location.

The position requires overseeing safety programs, audits, OSHA reporting, and collaboration with clients, unions, and risk engineers. Travel up to 100% is possible, and sponsorship is not offered.