Safety Engineer I - BLUvera - Travelling position

The candidate must be willing to travel with regular rotations home every 3 weeks for 5 days OR relocate every 6-8 months. 

Sponsorship is not available for this position. 

 SUMMARY  

Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Safety Engineer I 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.

Candidate MUST possess a 2 or 4 year degree (entry level position) or have all 3 of the following: 1. H.S. Diploma, 2. STS or CHST certification, and OSHA30.  NCCER certifications do not meet qualifications. 

Manufacturing experience is a plus.  Our manufacturing plants mainly build concrete duct banks.  Must be a self-starter and work with all levels of employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite for team membersAssist project management team in developing and executing site-specific safety programs and activitiesAttend, coordinate, and conduct safety orientation and training programs at the project levelDocument and track all safety violations, unsafe conditions, etc.Conduct work area safety auditsConduct project’s leading and trailing indicator data/document collection and trend analysesConduct or assist with major incident analysisRecord, monitor, and analyze Safety, Injury, and Hazard statisticsCoordinate OSHA reporting and posting requirementsReview safety submittals and attend preconstruction and preparatory meetings with subcontractorsMonitor and review trade partner work plans and activities for safety concernsAssist with onsite injury management and case managementMonitor Return to Work and Modified Duty assignmentsAssist with the organization and implementation of project safety celebrations and recognition/reward programsParticipate in and contribute to project planning and hazard analysisProvide resources for safety-related informationEvaluate and offer solutions for industrial hygiene concernsMaintain operational knowledge of construction safety, OSHA, ANSI, and other applicable standards, regulations, laws, and proceduresServe as a resource for safety issues or concerns for all project team membersAttend and/or chair safety meetingsInterface with client safety personnel, union representatives, insurance risk engineers, etc.Accompany safety, health, insurance, and OSHA personnel on work-site toursEnsure maintenance and inspection of safety equipment and protective wearMaintain project site Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and assist the Project Manager with the management of the safety budget allocated for the projectPerform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous related internship preferredDetail-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple project tasksProficient in Microsoft Office and pertinent safety-related software programsPositive and professional attitude with strong customer service skillsAbility to interpret and communicate company policies to team members and outside partiesStrong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skillsEffective public speaking and presentation skillsCurrent driver’s licenseBachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, or related field OR high school diploma, STS/CHST Certification, OSHA 30 Hour Training, and a minimum of 5 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work, including at least 3 years with responsibility for:Managing safety programs at the crew or project levelConducting and reviewing hazard analyses and developing controlsPlanning work activitiesEquivalent 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 resourcesTuition reimbursement  Adoption Assistance  Gym Membership Discount Program  

 **The base pay range for this role is $76,800 - $96,00 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.  

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 **Please make note:  

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.  

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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.

 **Other Items to Note 

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.