Operating Group Safety Director - Data Center Construction

Mortenson • United States,

1d • Remote

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a passionate Operating Group Safety Director to serve as a safety resource to the Operating Group management team and assist project management teams. This is a traveling position for our Solar Group.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or related field and a minimum of 10 years of experience in a construction safety role or equivalent related experience OR High school diploma plus CHST Certification, OSHA 500 certification, and a minimum of 15 years of continuous construction experience leading crews and planning work, including at least 10 years as a dedicated construction safety professional responsible for managing project and/or regional safety programs, conducting and reviewing hazard analyses and developing controls, conducting safety training, and working with project teams and leadership to plan work activities
• Experience supporting multiple project sites simultaneously and managing a team of safety professionals
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with a broad range of individuals, from craft workers to senior management
• Commitment and passion for the Zero Injuries Philosophy and integration of safety and operations
• Active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Positive attitude and professional customer service skills
• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, inclusive behaviors, and Affirmative Action plans
• General knowledge of the electrical industry and basic electrical theory
• Knowledge to assist in preparation, review, and correction of Crane Lift Plans
• Current driver’s license
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience managing a zero-injury safety program is a plus
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Implement the Zero Injury Safety program
• Direct project teams with site-specific safety programs
• Oversee Company Safety directives at the Group Level and participate in creating and maintaining Standard Work Instructions (SWIs)
• Provide technical assistance to Project Teams, Senior Executive Leadership Team, and Safety Engineers
• Manage and oversee Operating Group Safety Engineers and review subcontractor activities at the Group level
• Work with Group Leadership to ensure consistency of the Safety message
• Develop, implement, and lead company and project training and orientation, recognizing and developing new training as needed
• Ensure corrective management action when required and conduct loss control data collection and trend analysis
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate Safety Engineers and Managers, lead CIA discussions and investigations, and work with occupational health partners to manage incidents

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior