Safety Engineer I | Mortenson

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and administer safety programs at each worksite, assist project management in developing site-specific safety programs, and conduct safety orientation and training
• Document and track safety violations, conduct work area safety audits, and analyze leading/trailing indicator data
• Record, monitor, and analyze safety, injury, and hazard statistics, coordinate OSHA reporting, and review safety submittals
• Monitor trade partner work plans for safety concerns, assist with onsite injury management, and manage Return to Work assignments
• Organize project safety celebrations, provide resources for safety information, and evaluate industrial hygiene concerns
• Maintain knowledge of construction safety standards, serve as a resource for safety issues, and ensure maintenance of safety equipment and PPE
• Interface with client safety personnel, union representatives, insurance risk engineers, and accompany safety personnel on work-site tours
• Manage safety budget, attend/chair safety meetings, and perform other duties as assigned