Senior Safety Engineer I

Summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Safety Engineer I responsible for implementing and administering safety programs at worksites, conducting safety audits, and ensuring a safe work environment.

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 at least 10 years construction experience leading crews and planning work, including at least six years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for managing project safety programs, conducting/handling hazard analyses, developing controls, conducting safety training, and planning work activities - 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%

Benefits

- 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 concierge with extensive work-life resources - Tuition reimbursement - Adoption Assistance - Gym Membership Discount Program

Pay Range

The base pay range for this role is $89,500 - $120,800. (Actual range is higher for Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

About Mortenson

Mortenson is a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) company with expertise in various markets. They are committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of their race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other legally protected category.

Additional Information

- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. - Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days. - 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. - Mortenson by the numbers: 2025 revenue, regional offices across the US, team members, best workplace awards (last 5 years).