Safety Engineer I

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

1d • $78,800 - $98,500 • Onsite

About The Position

Join a team that’s passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. At Mortenson, we’re grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter. We’re looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you’re proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check out our opportunities! As a Safety Engineer, you will support and complete the full cycle of field coordination actions with team members, subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or related degree by summer 2027
• Are willing to be mobile / relocate frequently, for project assignments, based on needs of the business
• Possess a current driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation
• 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

• Have previous related internship experience
• Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and exemplary customer service skills
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Lead the submittal and request for information (RFI) processes for specific definable features of work (DFW), utilizing PMA and other Project Connect programs completely to closure
• Evaluate project design and engineering documents, handling their organization and distribution to necessary parties
• Perform project-specific tasks in preparation of Pre-Mobilization Kickoff meetings
• Compile, contact, and arrange for short-form subcontracts with local entities at the project site
• Assist in drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements
• Manage the quality assurance and quality control process as delineated in the Project Quality Plan
• Coordinate DFW prep meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, and punch list final inspections
• Handle mechanical, electrical, and plumbing coordination drawings, shop, and as-built drawings
• Coordinate creation of lift and formwork drawings
• Compile turnover documentation for specific DFW and transfer to customer per the project specific quality and TSO plan
• Assist Project Engineer and Project Manager with getting contract documents closed out with subcontractors and suppliers
• Support the final inspections and punch list process with the customer for specific DFW responsibilities
• Participation in project safety audits and championing Mortenson’s Zero Injury Safety Program
• Scheduling

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree