Safety Engineer II

Safety Engineer II

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Engineer II who can interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Safety Engineer will work to implement Mortenson's Zero Injury Safety program at a project site and ensure a safe work environment for team members, subcontractors, and visitors to the construction work site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite for team members

Assist project management team in developing and executing site-specific safety programs and activities

Attend, coordinate, and conduct safety orientation and training programs at the project level

Document and track all safety violations, unsafe conditions, etc.

Conduct work area safety audits

Conduct project's leading and trailing indicator data/document collection and trend analyses

Conduct or assist with major incident analysis

Record, monitor, and analyze Safety, Injury, and Hazard statistics

Coordinate OSHA reporting and posting requirements

Review safety submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with subcontractors

Monitor and review trade partner work plans and activities for safety concerns

Assist with onsite injury management and case management

Monitor Return to Work and Modified Duty assignments

Assist with the organization and implementation of project safety celebrations and recognition/reward programs

Participate in and contribute to project planning and hazard analysis

Provide resources for safety-related information

Evaluate and offer solutions for industrial hygiene concerns

Maintain operational knowledge of construction safety, OSHA, ANSI, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and procedures

Serve as a resource for safety issues or concerns for all project team members

Attend and/or chair safety meetings

Interface with client safety personnel, union representatives, insurance risk engineers, etc.

Accompany safety, health, insurance, and OSHA personnel on work-site tours

Ensure maintenance and inspection of safety equipment and protective wear

Maintain project site Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and assist the Project Manager with the management of the safety budget allocated for the project

Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of one year of related experience

Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasks

Proficient in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety-related software programs

Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills

Ability to interpret and communicate company policies to team members and outside parties

Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Effective public speaking and presentation skills

Current driver's license

Willingness to travel

Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health, or related field OR high school diploma, STS/CHST Certification, OSHA 30 Hour Training, and a minimum of seven years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work, including at least five years with responsibility for:

Managing safety programs at the crew or project level

Conducting and reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls

Planning work activities

Equivalent experience in a relevant field

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 concierge with extensive work-life resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

**The base pay range for this role is $79,800 MIN - $107,700 MAX. (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.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

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.

Let's Redefine Possible

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.

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.